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Hardie Trading Limited And Anr.
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Addisons Paints And Chemicals Ltd. And ...
Dispute Summary
This complex dispute centered on the rights to use the 'SPARTAN' trade mark and an associated warrior device in the paints industry. The case involved multiple stages, including initial opposition proceedings, subsequent litigation before the Calcutta High Court regarding usage rights, and finally, appeals concerning trademark registration status. The court ultimately addressed procedural issues, emphasizing that the Registrar's discretion to refuse a stay was valid given the history of obstructive tactics by the appellants.
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