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Economic Times
2 hours ago
- Economic Times
Dabur-Patanjali mediation fails in Red toothpaste trade dress row
Synopsis The Delhi High Court acknowledged the failure of mediation between Dabur India and Patanjali Ayurved regarding alleged trade dress infringement of Dabur's Red toothpaste. Dabur claims Patanjali's Dant Kanti Red toothpaste with pan flavour has a similar trade dress. The court will hear Dabur's plea for a permanent injunction on December 5, with Patanjali asked to file its written statements. Agencies Dabur India and Patanjali Ayurved informed the Delhi High Court that that mediation to resolve the row over alleged infringement of trade dress of former's Red toothpaste with pan flavour by the latter has failed. Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora took note of the breakdown of mediation talks and recorded that the legal requirement for pre-institution mediation under Section 12A of the Commercial Courts Act, 2015 has been court also granted Dabur an exemption from initiating another round of mediation, citing "sufficient grounds" due to the nature of interim reliefs being sought.'In this matter, it is a matter of record that prior to the registration of suit parties were referred to mediation in these proceedings itself. However, parties state that despite best efforts mediation has failed," the judge noted. Pursuant to this, the court said it will hear on December 5 Dabur India's plea alleging that Patanjali Ayurved's Dant Kanti Red toothpaste with pan flavour has a similar trade dress as its product Red toothpaste. It also asked Patanjali Ayurved to file its written statements with regard to objections. The HC was hearing a permanent injunction suit filed by Dabur against Patanjali Ayurved, the parent company of Patanjali Foods, for the similarity in trade dress. Dabur said it did not have any grievance over the earlier packaging of Patanjali Ayurved in respect of similar it is now becoming difficult to maintain a distinction between the two products due to the similarity in their trade dress, it said. Patanjali Ayurved launched its Dant Kanti Red toothpaste with pan flavour in Ayurved's Dant Kanti Red toothpaste with pan flavour is enriched with natural herbs and ayurvedic ingredients, including clove, mint, and black pepper, designed to strengthen gums and maintain oral hygiene. Dabur Red toothpaste is crafted from 13 potent ayurvedic ingredients and states that it is clinically shown to provide a remarkable 35% improvement in oral care hygiene compared to regular toothpaste.
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
Dabur-Patanjali mediation fails in Red toothpaste trade dress row
Dabur India and Patanjali Ayurved informed the Delhi High Court that that mediation to resolve the row over alleged infringement of trade dress of former's Red toothpaste with pan flavour by the latter has failed. Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora took note of the breakdown of mediation talks and recorded that the legal requirement for pre-institution mediation under Section 12A of the Commercial Courts Act, 2015 has been fulfilled. Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program The court also granted Dabur an exemption from initiating another round of mediation, citing "sufficient grounds" due to the nature of interim reliefs being sought. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Undo 'In this matter, it is a matter of record that prior to the registration of suit parties were referred to mediation in these proceedings itself. However, parties state that despite best efforts mediation has failed," the judge noted. Pursuant to this, the court said it will hear on December 5 Dabur India's plea alleging that Patanjali Ayurved's Dant Kanti Red toothpaste with pan flavour has a similar trade dress as its product Red toothpaste. It also asked Patanjali Ayurved to file its written statements with regard to objections. Live Events The HC was hearing a permanent injunction suit filed by Dabur against Patanjali Ayurved, the parent company of Patanjali Foods , for the similarity in trade dress. Dabur said it did not have any grievance over the earlier packaging of Patanjali Ayurved in respect of similar products. However, it is now becoming difficult to maintain a distinction between the two products due to the similarity in their trade dress, it said. Patanjali Ayurved launched its Dant Kanti Red toothpaste with pan flavour in December. Patanjali Ayurved's Dant Kanti Red toothpaste with pan flavour is enriched with natural herbs and ayurvedic ingredients, including clove, mint, and black pepper, designed to strengthen gums and maintain oral hygiene . Dabur Red toothpaste is crafted from 13 potent ayurvedic ingredients and states that it is clinically shown to provide a remarkable 35% improvement in oral care hygiene compared to regular toothpaste.
India.com
6 hours ago
- India.com
Meet The Man Who Started Business With Just Rs 2,000, Sold Hair Oil Door-to-Door, Built Ayurvedic FMCG Brands, Now Earns Rs 1,65,10,00,000; He Is From...
photoDetails english 2941376 Sanjeev Juneja's Success Story: In a market ruled by corporate giants like Hindustan Unilever, Emami, and Nestle, entering the FMCG space with just one Ayurvedic product seemed like an impossible dream. But Sanjeev Juneja believed in his vision. With only 2000 rupees borrowed from his mother and a head full of determination, he started his journey from a small one-room office in Ambala. There were no investors, no fancy degrees, and no shortcuts. Juneja personally visited shops, spoke directly to retailers, and convinced them to try his product. He faced rejection after rejection, but he never gave up. His belief in Ayurveda and his relentless effort slowly turned into success. Today, the company he built is counted among the biggest Ayurveda firms in the world, with a turnover of hundreds of crores. This is the inspiring story of Sanjeev Juneja, who proved that true success is born from passion, persistence, and purpose. Updated:Aug 04, 2025, 05:52 PM IST Sanjeev Juneja Grabs National Attention 1 / 9 Sanjeev Juneja grabbed national attention after selling his six-year-old Ayurvedic brand Kesh King to Emami for Rs 1,651 crore, marking one of the largest transactions in India's FMCG sector in recent times. Sanjeev Juneja's Kesh King Sales in 2014–15 2 / 9 Kesh King achieved Rs 300 crore in sales during 2014–15, growing at an impressive 60% CAGR. The valuation at the time of sale was more than five times the brand's annual revenue—an exceptional figure in the FMCG industry. Sanjeev Juneja's Early Life and Roots 3 / 9 He was born on August 20, 1976, in Chandigarh, Sanjeev Juneja grew up in a family deeply rooted in Ayurveda, laying the foundation for his future entrepreneurial journey in Ayurvedic products and healthcare. Sanjeev Juneja Learns Ayurveda from His Father 4 / 9 He raised in Ambala, Sanjeev learned Ayurvedic practices by working at his father's clinic. His father was a respected Ayurvedic doctor, and this early exposure shaped Juneja's future business vision around traditional wellness. Sanjeev Juneja Started From One-Room Office 5 / 9 He began his journey from a small one-room office in Ambala. For two years, he visited shops, convinced retailers, and interacted directly with customers—laying the groundwork for what would become a major FMCG success. Sanjeev Juneja Expands Ayurvedic Medicine Business 6 / 9 Following his father's death in 1999, Sanjeev took on the responsibility of his family and began expanding the Ayurvedic medicine business—driven by necessity and a strong sense of purpose. Sanjeev Juneja Started Business With Just Rs 2,000 7 / 9 With only Rs 2,000 borrowed from his mother, Juneja launched Sanjeev Pharmaceuticals in 2001. This humble beginning marked the start of his entrepreneurial journey rooted in Ayurvedic science and consumer health solutions. Sanjeev Juneja Builds Household Brands 8 / 9 Juneja created several trusted products including Kesh King, Roop Mantra, Pet Saffa, Sachi Saheli, and D. Ortho. Kesh King's range—hair oil, shampoo, and capsules—became a bestseller, with hair oil contributing 80% to overall sales. Sanjeev Juneja's Smart Strategy—No Fancy Degrees 9 / 9 Juneja built his product empire without hiring market research firms or MBA graduates. His success was driven by instinct, direct consumer feedback, and grassroots marketing—proving that practical knowledge can outshine academic theory. (Image Credit: @imsanjeevjuneja/insta)
