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Ratan Tata, Peter England join ranks of India's 'well-known' trademarks

By Freny Patel ( February 11, 2025, 09:18 GMT | Insight) -- Ratan Tata and Peter England, symbols of trust and quality, were recently granted "well-known" trademark status in India. Two Delhi High Court rulings underscored the growing value of brand recognition, with one cementing Ratan Tata's legendary status and the other recognizing Peter England's widespread appeal. These decisions, while distinct, reflect a trend in Indian IP law acknowledging the commercial value of personal names and established brands. Indian courts can grant "well-known" status under the 1999 Trade Marks Act.Ratan Tata and Peter England, two pillars of trust earned "well-known" trademark status in India recently....

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