T.V. VENOGOPAL vs USHODAYA ENTERPRISES LTD.

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of trademark infringement and passing off concerning the use of the term 'Eenadu' by the appellant and the respondent. The Court held that the term 'Eenadu' is a common word in South Indian languages, thus no single entity can claim exclusive rights over it for all goods and services. The Court emphasized that the appellant's use of 'Eenadu' for incense sticks does not infringe upon the respondent's rights as their businesses are distinct, leading to the dismissal of the respondent's claims.