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Unveiling Trademark Dilution from Scratch to Denouement

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Although the statute does not consist of this word specifically, an interpretation to Section 29(4) of the act refers to this concept of dilution which states that a trademark should be a well-known trademark and have a reputation in India for the application of this section. 2010 (42) PTC 572 (Del.) 2010 (42) PTC 572 (Del.)

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Can You Trademark A Hashtag?

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Therefore, the prime role of such hashtags needs to be assessed in line with the Trademark Law to deduce whether they qualify for trademark protection. The trend of incentivizing hashtags as trademarks began way back in 2010, and since then, the filing of such Trademark Applications has spiked globally.

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India – Trademark Protection in the Hospitality Industry

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Therefore, to protect your business in the hospitality industry, you must seek protection via Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) , specifically by registering your hotel or restaurant brand name and logo as trademarks. Relationship between Trademark Law & the Hospitality Industry.

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The Law Of Trademark In India: Infringement And Remedies

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As a result, the logo and name are registered as trademarks under the act of 1999 to protect the brand name and value. Trademark Infringement. The trademark legislation of 1999 protects Indian trademarks. Certain conditions are not deemed trademark infringement under Section 30 of the Trademark Act.

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The Law Of Trademark In India Act 1999: Infringement And Remedies

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As a result, the logo and name are registered as trademarks under the act of 1999 to protect the brand name and value. Trademark Infringement. The trademark legislation of 1999 protects Indian trademarks. Certain conditions are not deemed trademark infringement under Section 30 of the Trademark Act.

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An Overview On The Concept Of Dilution Of Trademark

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According to Section 29(4) of the Trademarks Act, use of a mark that is: Identical or similar to a registered trademark that already has a reputation in India; and Used on goods or services other than those covered by the registration constitutes trademark infringement in the form of dilution. 2010 (42) PTC 572 (Del.) [2]

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Trademark Dilution: Understanding, Forms, And Legal Implications Under The Trademarks Act Of 1999

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A fundamental principle of trademark law permits the owner of a well-known trademark to forbid third parties from using it in a manner that would lessen its distinctiveness. In accordance with a provision of trademark law known as trademark dilution, the owner of a brand may. What is Trademark Dilution?