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Delhi HC Seeks Dealer, Product Details From Tesla Power India In Trademark Case With Musk’s Tesla Inc

Inc42 · 1y ago

Delhi HC Seeks Dealer, Product Details From Tesla Power India In Trademark Case With Musk’s Tesla Inc

Sure, here's a summary in about 75 words: The High Court has issued a directive in a trademark case involving Tesla Inc. The court's decision came after Tesla Inc. claimed that Tesla Power India was selling electric vehicle scooters through dealers using various sub-brands, despite an undertaking not to do so. As a result, the HC ordered Tesla Power India to stop publishing advertisements for its EV products.

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Delhi High Court to hear Tesla trademark dispute next in April 2025 as mediation continues | Company Business News

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Livemint · 9m ago

Delhi High Court to hear Tesla trademark dispute next in April 2025 as mediation continues | Company Business News

The Delhi High Court has postponed the trademark infringement case between Tesla Inc and Tesla Power India Pvt Ltd to April 2025 to allow for ongoing mediation. Tesla Inc filed the lawsuit accusing Tesla Power India of trademark infringement and misleading customers. The court had previously prohibited Tesla Power from promoting and selling products with the Tesla trademark. Tesla Power has stated that it has instructed its partners to remove the Tesla logo from electric scooters. Tesla Inc argues that Tesla Power has continued to sell scooters with the Tesla logo and misled consumers.

Tesla files trademark infringement case in Delhi High Court

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Livemint · 1y ago

Tesla files trademark infringement case in Delhi High Court

Tesla Inc. has filed a lawsuit against Tesla Power India Pvt. Ltd, a battery seller based in Gurgaon, for trademark infringement. The Delhi High Court issued a notice and instructed Tesla Power to refrain from using the Tesla trademark in promotional advertisements. Tesla argued that the use of the similar trademark by Tesla Power was causing confusion among consumers and harming their business. However, the court criticized Tesla for lack of urgency and stated that Tesla Power should be given the chance to present their case. Tesla Power clarified that they are selling lead acid batteries, not EV batteries.

Delhi HC To Hear Tesla's Trademark Infringement Plea On May 28

Inc42 · 1y ago

Delhi HC To Hear Tesla's Trademark Infringement Plea On May 28

The case between Tesla and Tesla Power was postponed due to time constraints. Tesla Power has been prohibited from publishing ads featuring electric vehicle products. Tesla had filed a lawsuit against Tesla Power, claiming trademark infringement and unfair competition.

Musk’s Tesla Inc. Sues Indian Battery Maker Tesla Power For Trademark Infringement

Inc42 · 1y ago

Musk’s Tesla Inc. Sues Indian Battery Maker Tesla Power For Trademark Infringement

Tesla has filed a legal suit against Tesla Power India and its US-based entity in the Delhi High Court, alleging trademark infringement and unfair trade competition. Tesla claims that Tesla Power used its trademark 'TESLA' in promotional articles and announced its entry into the electric vehicle market, which is Tesla's core market. Tesla Power argues that it is primarily engaged in the business of lead acid batteries and has no intention to manufacture EVs or use the TESLA trademark. The next hearing is scheduled for May 22. Similar trademark infringement cases have been seen in India involving other companies.

Mint Explainer: How Tesla’s first India lawsuit will affect EV trademark battles

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Livemint · 1y ago

Mint Explainer: How Tesla’s first India lawsuit will affect EV trademark battles

Tesla Inc has filed its first lawsuit in India against battery seller Tesla Power India Pvt. Ltd. for trademark infringement. Tesla accuses the Gurugram-based company of misleading consumers by implying association with Tesla Inc's electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The case highlights India's trademark regime and its protection of foreign companies from infringement by local entities. The outcome of the case could set a precedent for future trademark infringement disputes in India's growing EV market, potentially impacting IP rights enforcement and investor confidence in the sector. Tesla has also been involved in trademark disputes worldwide.

Tesla vs Tesla Power: MD Khurana confident about mediation, firm on trademark ownership | Mint

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Livemint · 1y ago

Tesla vs Tesla Power: MD Khurana confident about mediation, firm on trademark ownership | Mint

Gurugram-based company Tesla Power India Pvt. Ltd is confident about settling the trademark infringement dispute with Tesla Inc. through mediation. The managing director of Tesla Power, Kavinder Khurana, stated that they are prepared to fight the legal battle if mediation fails, but they trust that the court will not take away the Tesla trademark from them. Khurana emphasized that their business remains unaffected by the legal suit, and they continue to be profitable. He also expressed skepticism about Tesla Inc. targeting only their company when there are numerous companies in India using the Tesla trademark.

Delhi HC rejects Pepsi’s plea against Parle

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Livemint · 1y ago

Delhi HC rejects Pepsi’s plea against Parle

The Delhi High Court rejected PepsiCo's request for an injunction in a trademark dispute with Parle Agro over the use of the "For The Bold" tagline for its new drink, B Fizz. However, the court limited Parle from altering the "Bold" label or prominently featuring the tagline in any beverage advertising until a resolution is reached. Parle's challenge to PepsiCo's trademark was deemed "tenable" and a hearing is scheduled for October. PepsiCo had initiated legal action, alleging unfair trade practices by Parle Agro.

MakeMyTrip Trademark Case: Delhi HC allows Google & Booking.com to resume adwords

Inc42 · 1y ago

MakeMyTrip Trademark Case: Delhi HC allows Google & Booking.com to resume adwords

The Delhi High Court has removed the injunction on Google and Booking.com to use registered trademarks as keywords on the Google Ads program. MakeMyTrip had filed a copyright infringement case against the two companies, alleging that Booking.com had been bidding on the trademarks associated with MakeMyTrip in Google Ads. The court found that MakeMyTrip could not claim exclusive rights on the basis of the Trademark Act and that Booking.com's use of the keywords was unlikely to mislead users. This decision follows a recent restraining order against Dialmytrip, also initiated by MakeMyTrip.

AI can't substitute human intelligence in adjudication: Delhi HC

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2y ago

AI can't substitute human intelligence in adjudication: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court has ruled that artificial intelligence (AI) cannot replace human intelligence or the humane element in the legal adjudication process. The court stated that tools like ChatGPT cannot be the basis for deciding legal or factual matters in court. It emphasized that AI-generated data's accuracy and reliability are still uncertain, and AI can be used only for preliminary understanding or research. The court made these observations while addressing a lawsuit involving Christian Louboutin and a trademark violation case. The court ultimately ruled in favor of the plaintiff and imposed damages on the defendant.

Delhi HC Rejects RCB’s Plea Against Uber’s IPL-Theme Ad

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OutlookIndia · 3m ago

Delhi HC Rejects RCB’s Plea Against Uber’s IPL-Theme Ad

The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to block an Uber ad featuring Travis Head, which allegedly altered RCB’s trademark slogan. Justice Saurabh Banerjee refused an interim injunction, stating that the ad should be viewed within the context of a cricket game and sportsmanship. RCB claimed trademark misuse, but Uber argued that the reference was generic and the ad was a playful marketing effort related to the IPL match between Bengaluru and Hyderabad.

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