IP And Trademarks 14 September 2026
India Trademark Rulings: Nutella, Neem, Logo Misuse
Recent Indian courts delivered key trademark decisions: Delhi High Court upheld Ferrero’s claim that the Nutella jar design infringes its trade mark, Bombay High Court granted Jyothy Labs interim protection against Dabur’s Neem brand use, and the Indian Patent Office issued a warning to firms misusing the government logo to imply official endorsement. These rulings highlight stricter enforcement of IP rights in India.
- Nutella jar design: The Delhi High Court ruled that Ferrero’s Nutella packaging infringes its trademark, ordering the infringing party to cease use. Read more
- Jyothy Labs vs. Dabur: Bombay High Court gave Jyothy Labs interim protection for its Neem‑based product, blocking Dabur from using a confusingly similar mark. Read more
- Government logo misuse: The Indian Patent Office warned companies against using the official government emblem to suggest endorsement, threatening legal action for violations. Read more
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