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tv today network ltd
Respondent / Defendant
kesari singh gujjar
Dispute Summary
T.V. Today Network Ltd. (Aaj Tak) sued Kesari Singh Gujjar for publishing a newspaper using the identical mark 'Aaj Tak', alleging trademark infringement and passing off in Classes 38 (telecommunications) and 41 (entertainment/news). The Defendants argued they had prior registration under the Press and Registration of Books Act and that the Plaintiffs' mark was generic.
Outcome / Ruling
The suit was decreed in favor of T.V. Today Network Ltd., granting a permanent injunction against the Defendant’s use of 'Aaj Tak', awarding punitive damages of Rs. 5 lakhs, and costs of Rs. 25,000.
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