Jagatjit Industries Limited vs The Intelectual Prop Appellate Bd. & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of trademark registration under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, specifically Sections 57(4) and 9, ruling that the appellant's registration of the trademark 'BLENDERS PRIDE' was invalid due to the prior opposition filed by respondent No.4, which was within the statutory period. The Court held that the Registrar's issuance of the registration certificate to the appellant was erroneous and directed rectification of the trademark register. The outcome favored respondent No.4, reinforcing the importance of timely opposition in trademark disputes.