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playboy enterprises inc
Respondent / Defendant
bharat malik
Dispute Summary
Playboy Enterprises, Inc. sued Bharat Malik and another for trademark infringement regarding the magazine 'PLAYWAY,' arguing it created confusion with their established 'PLAYBOY' magazine, which is a widely known male entertainment publication. The defendants contended they had clearance from the Registrar of Newspapers of India under the Press & Registration of Books Act (PRB Act) and that the plaintiff’s mark lacked circulation in India.
Outcome / Ruling
The Court ruled in favor of Playboy Enterprises, Inc., likely granting an injunction against the publication of 'PLAYWAY,' although the specific relief is not explicitly stated in this excerpt.
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