Introduction:

In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court addressed a case of trademark infringement between YC Electric Vehicles and Saksham Trading Company. YC Electric Vehicles sought an injunction to restrain Saksham Trading Company from using marks resembling or deceptively similar to YC Electric Vehicles’ trademarks ‘Yatri’ and ‘YC’ in connection with e-rickshaws, e-vehicles, parts, accessories, and related goods.

Arguments:

YC Electric Vehicles, the plaintiff, asserted its prominence as a manufacturer of electric vehicles and claimed ownership of the trademarks ‘Yatri’ and ‘YC’, specifically designed for e-rickshaws. The plaintiff argued that Saksham Trading Company, the defendant, replicated its trademarks by adopting the marks ‘Yatra’ and ‘YS’, despite receiving a cease-and-desist notice.

Court’s Judgement:

The Delhi High Court found in favor of YC Electric Vehicles, holding that the defendant’s actions constituted trademark infringement. The court granted an interim injunction, restraining Saksham Trading Company from using the contested marks ‘Yatra’, ‘YS’, or any similar marks in connection with specified goods and services. The court emphasized the likelihood of irreparable harm to the plaintiff if the injunction was not granted, thus ruling in favor of the plaintiff.