BENZ' was recognized as well-known on
account of its transborder reputation and goodwill, and an injunction was
granted against use of the said ... reputation not only among
Indians but also among foreigners who travel to India and carry back the
said reputation. India also recognizes transborder reputation
extensive
promotional and marketing efforts have come to enjoy
trans-border reputation. It is, therefore, being
increasingly felt that such trademark needs to be
protected ... goods or
services.
7. Another reason for growing acceptance of
transborder reputation is that a person using a well
known trademark even in respect
with its reputation and use extending into
India as well. Thus, it is claimed that the mark "EMAAR" enjoys
transborder reputation as well
Plaintiff and Defendant's projects, inasmuch as the Plaintiff has transborder
reputation in India. The same is evident from documents placed on record
when ... registered trademarks in India. The
Plaintiff places its case on transborder reputation as also reputation on the
basis of publicity since 2013. Considering the contentions
ARMANI menswear label was
launched in the early 70's. The reputation of the brand/founder grew by
leaps and bounds ... that even prior to the year 2008, the marks had enjoyed transborder
reputation. Worldwide sales and advertisement figures have been set out in
the plaint