'Attempt To Defraud Public': Delhi HC Permanently Restrains Fraudulent Websites, WhatsApp Groups From Passing Off Peak XV Partners' Trademark

The Delhi High Court has issued a permanent injunction in favour of the venture capital and investment advisory firm, Peak XV Partners Advisors India LLP, against passing off of its trademark 'Peak XV Partners' by unknown persons through fraudulent website, apps, WhatsApp and Telegram groups.Justice Amit Bansal observed that the unknown defendants used Peak XV's name and marks with a clear...

Schedule IV Of Arbitration Act On Fees Of Arbitrator Does Not Mandatorily Apply To International Commercial Arbitrations: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court bench of Justice Sachin Datta has observed that in an international commercial arbitration in terms of Section 2(1)(f)(ii) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, the IVth Schedule pertaining to fees of the arbitrator will not apply mandatorily in view of Explanation to Section 11(14) of the Act. Facts The disputes between the parties arose out of...

Delhi High Court Orders Removal Of Allegedly Defamatory Description Of ANI On Its Wikipedia Page

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday ordered take down or removal of allegedly defamatory content and description of news agency ANI Media Private Limited on its Wikipedia page. Justice Subramonium Prasad directed Wikimedia Foundation, which hosts Wikipedia platform, to remove allegedly defamatory statements published against ANI on its Wikipedia page titled “Asian News International.”The...

Delhi High Court Monthly Digest: March 2025 [Citations 252- 396]

Citations 2025 LiveLaw (Del) 252 to 2025 LiveLaw (Del) 396NOMINAL INDEXPr. Commissioner Of Income Tax (Central)- 3 v. M/S Ridgeview Construction Pvt. Ltd 2025 LiveLaw (Del) 252ANUPENDER v. STATE OF NCT OF DELHI 2025 LiveLaw (Del) 253SHIVAM PANDEY v. STATE 2025 LiveLaw (Del) 254Y V v. KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA & ORS. 2025 LiveLaw (Del) 256HARIT NURSERIES WELFARE ASSOCIATION (REGD.) & ANR....

Following Delhi HC Nudge, Customs Takes Measures To Prevent Harassment Of Genuine Air Travellers Carrying Gold Jewellery

Following successive judgments of the Delhi High Court criticising the Customs for detaining personal jewellery of air travellers and failure to comply with mandatory statutory procedure for detention, the Department has undertaken various steps to prevent harassment of genuine travellers.As per an affidavit filed by the Centre, the Department has taken following steps:1. A person whose goods...

'Judges Must Remain True To Law, Balancing Head And Heart Is Art Of Judging': Justice Chandra Dhari Singh Bids Farewell To Delhi HC

Justice Chandra Dhari Singh on Tuesday bid farewell to the Delhi High Court as the Central Government notified his repatriation to Allahabad High Court, his parent High Court. In his farewell speech, Justice Singh underscored that judging is not a mechanical task and that balancing head and heart is the art of judging. “I leave the Delhi High Court today not with nostalgia but the hope...

Delhi High Court Directs Removal Of 'Purplle Tree' From Trademark Register On Plea By E-Commerce Platform 'Purplle'

The Delhi High Court has directed the removal of 'Purplle Tree' mark from the Register of Trade Marks in a rectification petition filed by Manash Lifestyle Private Limited, which owns the online beauty and wellness store 'Purplle'.Manash Lifestyle Private Limited (petitioner), owner of the 'Purplle' trademark sells makeup, skincare, hair, baby care and beauty & wellness products. It...

'Intent To Mislead Consumers': Delhi HC Permanently Restrains Rogue Website From Infringing L'Oreal's Trademark, Imposes ₹ 1 Lakh Cost

The Delhi High Court has granted a permanent injunction in favour of the French brand L'Oreal SA against trademark infringement by a rogue website run by unknown defendant using its 'L'Oreal' mark and misrepresenting themselves are the representative of the company.In doing so the court also imposed a cost of Rs. 1 Lakh on the defendant to be paid in eight weeks. Justice Mini Pushkarna in...

Maharaja Karni Singh's Heir Prefers Appeal Before Delhi High Court Seeking Rent Arrears For Bikaner House

Heir of Late Maharaja Dr. Karni Singh, the last one to hold the title of Maharaja of Bikaner, on Tuesday moved the Delhi High Court seeking arrears of rent from Central Government for the Bikaner House property in the national capital.A division bench comprising Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela heard the appeal challenging a single judge order passed...

Delhi High Court Grants Permanent Injunction To Tata Against Trademark Infringement Of Its Packaged Drinking Water, Awards ₹10 Lakh Damages

The Delhi High Court has issued a permanent injunction in favour of Tata Sons Private Limited, against trademark and copyright infringement of its packaged mineral water 'Tata Copper+ Water' by a seller of packaged drinking water under the name 'JK Copper+ Water'.The packaged mineral water product originally sold as 'Tata Water Plus' is now sold under the mark Tata Copper+ Water. The...

Delay In Publication Does Not Invalidate Award Unless It Is Shown That The Award Has Materially Affected Rights Of Parties: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court bench of Justice Dharmesh Sharma while dismissing an appeal under Section 37 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 has observed that delay in publication of award does not invalidate the award unless it is shown that the award has materially affected the rights of the parties. Facts The Appellant was awarded a contract for work by the Respondent No....

Delhi High Court Grants Relief To Lufthansa Airlines, Sets Aside Revenue's Order Denying 'Nil' TDS Certificate

In a relief to German cargo airline Lufthansa, the Delhi High Court set aside the Revenue's order denying nil TDS certificate to the company for the financial year 2024-25.Section 195 of the Income Tax Act, 1961 deals with the deduction of TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) on payments made to non-resident Indians (NRIs). However, 'nil' withholding tax certificates can be issued under Section...