What happens when an Indian garment business adopts a name nearly identical to a world-famous sports team’s brand? This was at the heart of the showdown between Major League Baseball Properties Inc.(MLB) and a Delhi-based clothing partnership over the trademark…
Imagine building your brand around your personal name, only to face a legal challenge from an established company with a similar trademark. This was the issue before the Delhi High Court, where Vasundhra Jewellers Pvt. Ltd. sought an interim injunction…
In May 2025, the Delhi High Court heard a case where Oswaal Books and Learning Pvt. Ltd. wanted to trademark the phrase “ONE FOR ALL” for its educational books. The Court had to decide if the phrase was just a…
Background & Case Facts In 2016, Mr. Vijay Krishnaswami’s house was searched by Income Tax officers under Section 132 of the Income Tax Act. They found nearly ₹5 crore in unaccounted cash. Based on this, the Department initiated criminal prosecution…
As Indian businesses expand globally, it’s increasingly common for directors to reside outside India. This raises several compliance questions: Can You Conduct a Board Meeting When Directors Are Abroad? Yes. The Companies Act, 2013 allows directors to participate in board…
Introduction: Filing a joint trademark registration can be tricky, especially when several people or groups are involved with the same trademark. This article will cover the following key points, such as What is a Joint Application? Why Joint Application? Advantages…
Introduction Often, people get confused between terms like refusal, abandonment, and withdrawal, and they might not understand the differences and the importance of withdrawing an application. So, let’s dive in to understand these terms better and learn why withdrawal is…
Patents, copyrights, and trademarks are all forms of intellectual property protection, but they serve different purposes and protect different types of creations. Despite their distinct roles, people often confuse them because they all involve securing legal rights for creative and…
Introduction: In India, trademarks are categorized into 45 distinct classes based on the type of goods and services they represent. Companies offering products or services across various categories need to secure trademark registration for each class to ensure protection. Traditionally,…
Introduction: The Form PAS-6 Reconciliation of Share Capital Audit Report plays a vital role for unlisted public companies in India. It ensures that their share capital records align with the data maintained by depositories, offering transparency and compliance with legal…
