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A Unique Patent & Trademark Case: The Telescopic Rod .

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 A rare intellectual property case recommended by, leading IPR Law firm based in Bangalore. from A  agricultural innovations can come under legal protection through proactive Investigation & enforcement. The invention — a telescopic rod cutter designed for supari (areca nut) and coconut harvesting — used an extendable rod with a rope-pull blade system, allowing farmers to work safely from the ground. As its popularity grew, duplicate versions appeared in nearby markets under similar names and branding. Following a complaint, the case was registered at Bhadravathi New Town Police Station as under:  Copyright Act, 1957 – Sections 51(1)(b) & 63  Patent Act, 1970 – Section 108 ,  Trademark Act, 1999 – Sections 102 & 103 The Maharashtra Enforcement IPR , in coordination with local police, initiated an investigation and supported the legal follow-up against the counterfeit manufacturers. The infringing stock was seized, and proceedings were initiat...
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Trademark infringement ( Lookalike / Similar ) case involving a prestigious Fabric brand in Badmer Rajasthan.

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Barmer, Rajasthan; July 7, 2025 In a trademark infringement case involving a prestigious fabric brand, the infringement investigated by, #Maharashtra Enforcement, IP lawfirm team, along with Kotwali Police station official raided a wholesale trader in Barmer, seized counterfeit fabrics, and registered an FIR under Sections 103/104 of the Trademarks Act and Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).    leading textile manufacturer filed a complaint with Barmer Police alleging that the wholesale trader was misleading consumers by selling counterfeit products.    A joint team of police and company officials raided the trader’s warehouse and seized counterfeit fabrics. Seizure : Fake goods worth of lakes of rupees, were sealed and taken into police custody.     FIR Registered: A case was filed at Barmer Kotwali Police Station for trademark infringement and organized fraud.
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Police Protection in Copyright, Trademark cases in India ?

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TRADEMARK ENFORCEMENT STRATEGIES: In all Metro Cities in India ? TAKING ACTION AGAINST INFRINGEMENT . Talking about report made by Mr Sumeet Basu a IP Attorney.  MARCH 28, 2024 Guide to Trademark Enforcement in India Trademark enforcement helps protect intellectual property rights in today’s interconnected global marketplace. Within the dynamic landscape of India’s burgeoning economy, safeguarding trademarks assumes heightened significance for businesses striving to preserve brand reputation and market competitiveness. UNDERSTANDING TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT Trademark infringement occurs when unauthorised use of a trademark or a substantially similar mark takes place, leading to a likelihood of confusion/deception among consumers and members of the trade as to the source/origin of the goods/services or leading to the dilution of the original mark’s distinctiveness.  Prompt identification and addressing of the infringement of a registered trademark are crucial for several reasons....
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