Delhi High Court Cancels 'Zepto' Trademark for Non-Use
Delhi High Court Cancels 'Zepto' Trademark for Non-Use: A Landmark Decision on Trademark Diligence By Abhishek Jat, Advocate In a landmark judgment, the Delhi High Court has delivered a significant ruling in the realm of trademark law, emphasizing the importance of active use and due diligence in trademark registration. The court ordered the cancellation of the 'Zepto' trademark, registered in 2014, in a rectification petition filed by Kiranakart Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a prominent player in the quick commerce sector. This decision underscores the principle that trademarks are not merely passive assets but require genuine commercial use to retain their validity. Background of the Case Kiranakart Technologies Pvt. Ltd., operating under the well-known 'Zepto' brand, is a rapidly growing startup that provides instant consumer goods delivery services. Since its inception in July 2021, the company has achieved remarkable success, expanding its operations to ...