'Yatra' Is a Generic Word, Can't Be Declared as Well-Known Mark; Interim Injunction Denied to Travel Company: Delhi High Court
In a significant judgment interpreting the Trade Marks Act, 1999, the Delhi High Court has ruled that the word “Yatra”, being generic and descriptive, cannot be monopolized by any single entity, including travel giant Yatra Online Limited. The verdict was passed by Justice Tejas Karia in a case involving allegations of trademark infringement and passing off, marking a strong stance against exclusive rights over common language terms used in commerce.…
