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What Are The Legal Risks Of Using Ai For Copyright Review In India And Globally?

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What Are The Legal Risks Of Using Ai For Copyright Review In India And Globally

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way businesses, artists, and a few lawyers operate. IA may generate images and music, as well as produce legal content-it’s part of daily life now. From generating images and music to drafting legal content, AI tools are now part of daily life. But a key question arises, can AI-generated …

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What Is The Impact Businesses Using Similar Names?

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What Is The Impact Businesses Using Similar Names?

Can common Indian names like “Neha” be registered and protected as trademarks? Indeed, the Delhi High Court has recently resolved this question as part of its decision in the widely publicized NEHA trademark matter, thus clarifying the extent to which businesses can assert exclusivity over personal names under the Trademark Act, 1999.  The Court found …

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How Do Trademark Violations Impact Businesses In India?

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How Do Trademark Violations Impact Businesses In India

In India’s fast-growing fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, brand identity is more than just a logo; it is a company’s most valuable asset. Businesses like Gopal Snacks have built trust through unique packaging, colour schemes, and consistent quality. But when competitors copy these elements, it leads to trademark violations that erode consumer confidence and market …

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Can Two Trademarks Coexist Without Causing Consumer Confusion?

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Can Two Trademarks Coexist Without Causing Consumer Confusion

Trademark disputes in India often turn on one key question: will consumers be confused by two similar marks? Many businesses fear that a competitor’s brand could dilute their goodwill. But the Delhi High Court, in RSPL Health Pvt. Ltd. v. Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd. (June 12, 2025), clarified that not all similar marks create confusion. …

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How Is Jurisdiction Decided In Trademark Infringement Suits?

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How Is Jurisdiction Decided In Trademark Infringement Suits

If anyone infringes upon your brand name, logo, or product identity, you will be tempted to ask, “Which court should I go to and stop this infringement?” Jurisdiction in trademark infringement suits is not a mere technicality but directly influences the time, expenses, and efficacy of your legal action. The rules of jurisdiction in India …

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Why Did The Supreme Court Allow Cognizant To Use Its Logo Again In India?

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Why Did The Supreme Court Allow Cognizant To Use Its Logo Again In India

Trademark disputes in India are no longer limited to small businesses. Finance battles arise in intellectual property (IP) arena within even multinational corporations across the global economy. Among such worldwide-starters is the case of Cognizant Technology Solutions versus Atyati Technologies. The Supreme Court overturned the Bombay High Court judgement in September 2025 that had deprecated …

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What Does Oracle’s Supreme Court Trademark Case Victory Mean For Businesses?

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What Does Oracle’s Supreme Court Trademark Case Victory Mean For Businesses?

The Indian judiciary has been recognising and safeguarding the protection of well-known marks against unauthorised usage and dilution. Another landmark in the Supreme Court came with the judgment in Oracle America, Inc. v. Sandeep Khandelwal (2025). The matter was an action against the unauthorised registration of the globally recognised JAVA brand by a private individual …

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Why Was “Ratan Tata” Recognized As A Well-Known Trademark In India?

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Why Was “Ratan Tata” Recognized As A Well-Known Trademark In India

The name “Ratan Tata” was recognized as a well-known trademark in India by the Delhi High Court in May 2025, thus having this landmark judgment. The Court held that the name of Ratan Tata and his personality being one of India’s foremost industrialists and philanthropists, must be protected as are corporate brands. This case has …

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Legal Remedies For Wrongful Termination Or Forced Resignation

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Legal Remedies For Wrongful Termination Or Forced Resignation

Sudden dismissal is never easy, but when it happens unfairly, it can be devastating. In India, many employees are subject to wrongful termination or forced to resign under duress, which is referred to as forced resignation. Such acts for unlawful termination interrupt career progression and threaten livelihood, the very constitutional for the deprivation of which …

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