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Microtek v. Okaya: Delhi HC Ruling on Trade Libel
The Delhi High Court recently issued an interim injunction against deceptive advertising practices in the battery sector. In the case of Microtek v. Sukhveer Singh & Ors., the court addressed the misuse of court orders to spread false narratives about a competitor’s legal standing via social media. Distinguishing between acceptable comparative advertising and actionable trade libel, the court highlighted that false factual claims targeting a registered trademark are not protected speech. This ruling serves as a critical precedent for brand owners dealing with digital campaigns that damage market reputation through fabricated misinformation.