BINOD KHANNA Vs. SUNNY SALES

JUDGEMENT

(1.) THE respondent filed a suit alleging passing off action as against the appellant for using the mark "SUNSHINE" for the product that both parties would deal with. Soon after filing of the suit, the respondent moved an application for interim protection. The learned single Judge passed the following Order:

(2.) THE mark involved is "Sun Shine". The plaintiffs use this mark in sewing machines. They are using this mark, according to Mr. Bose, learned Counsel, from 1994. They have applied for registration. The application is pending.

(3.) PRIMA facie the plaintiffs have been able to establish prior user.