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The Hindu
a day ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Himachal Pradesh HC refuses to quash FIR against P&G in patent case
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has refused to quash an FIR registered against Procter & Gamble (P&G) in a case involving allegations of cheating by using the patented idea of an Indian innovator for commercial exploitation. The FIR of January 2024, lodged on a complaint by Rajiv Rai Sachdev, alleges that P&G invited him to collaborate by submitting a patented innovation as part of its 'Connect + Develop Programme'. Mr. Sachdev claims he shared a proprietary method of dyeing textiles using neem and holy basil extracts — a technology he had patented in India, the U.S., and Europe. While P&G later expressed disinterest in a formal partnership, Mr Sachdev claimed the company went on to launch a product — Whisper Ultra Clean (with herbal oil) — allegedly using the technology submitted by Mr. Sachdev. The innovator said he sent a cease-and-desist notice to the company on May 13, 2022, alleging infringement of his patent and trademark. In response, P&G argued that the process used in their product was entirely different and did not infringe upon the patented method. The multi-national company further contended that the product in question did not follow the innovator's process and merely added herbal oil containing neem to the inner layers of sanitary napkins. The company also said the innovator cannot claim a monopoly over the use of neem, which has been used in India for thousands of years. It challenged a trial court order dated December 30, 2023, which had directed the police to register an FIR against the company. The trial court had also held that the allegations in the application showed that the accused had used the idea of the informant for commercial exploitation. Before the high court, the counsel appearing for P&G emphasised that the allegations, at best, amounted to a civil dispute and that criminal proceedings were unwarranted. 'There can be no dispute with the proposition of law that the civil dispute cannot be turned into criminal proceedings, however, it does not mean that no civil action can give rise to a criminal action,' the high court noted. The High Court further clarified that the availability of remedies under the Patent Act does not preclude recourse to criminal law in cases where fraudulent inducement and misappropriation are alleged. While the company submitted that it never used the technology/process submitted by Mr. Sachdev, the high court said, 'These are the questions of fact which require investigation' 'The allegations in the FIR, if believed to be correct, prima facie show the offence of cheating, and it is impermissible to quash the same. Therefore, the present petition fails, and the same is dismissed,' the high court said in its May 28 judgment.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
P&G to Webcast Presentation From the Deutsche Bank dbAccess Global Consumer Conference, June 5, 2025
CINCINNATI, May 29, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Shailesh Jejurikar, Chief Operating Officer and Andre Schulten, Chief Financial Officer of The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) will be featured speakers at the Deutsche Bank dbAccess Global Consumer Conference on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. CEST (Central European Summer Time) / 2:30 a.m. ET (Eastern Time). Media and investors may access the live audio webcast at The webcast will also be available for replay. About Procter & Gamble P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands. For other P&G news, visit us at Category: PG-IR View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Henry Molski+1-513-505-3587 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Associated Press
5 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
P&G to Webcast Presentation From the Deutsche Bank dbAccess Global Consumer Conference, June 5, 2025
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 29, 2025-- Shailesh Jejurikar, Chief Operating Officer and Andre Schulten, Chief Financial Officer of The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) will be featured speakers at the Deutsche Bank dbAccess Global Consumer Conference on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. CEST (Central European Summer Time) / 2:30 a.m. ET (Eastern Time). Media and investors may access the live audio webcast at The webcast will also be available for replay. About Procter & Gamble P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands. For other P&G news, visit us at Category: PG-IR View source version on CONTACT: Media Contact: Henry Molski +1-513-505-3587 KEYWORD: OHIO UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: FAMILY LGBTQ+ CONSUMER OTHER RETAIL TEENS PARENTING CHILDREN BABY/MATERNITY SPECIALTY OFFICE PRODUCTS FOOD/BEVERAGE RETAIL CONVENIENCE STORE ONLINE RETAIL OTHER CONSUMER DISCOUNT/VARIETY HOME GOODS WOMEN SENIORS RELIGION PETS MEN SOURCE: Procter & Gamble Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/29/2025 09:15 AM/DISC: 05/29/2025 09:14 AM
Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
P&G to Webcast Presentation From the Deutsche Bank dbAccess Global Consumer Conference, June 5, 2025
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Shailesh Jejurikar, Chief Operating Officer and Andre Schulten, Chief Financial Officer of The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) will be featured speakers at the Deutsche Bank dbAccess Global Consumer Conference on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. CEST (Central European Summer Time) / 2:30 a.m. ET (Eastern Time). Media and investors may access the live audio webcast at The webcast will also be available for replay. About Procter & Gamble P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands. For other P&G news, visit us at Category: PG-IR
Rakyat Post
6 days ago
- Health
- Rakyat Post
MYDIN And P&G Join Forces With Children's Wish Society To Bring Joy To Ailing Children
Subscribe to our FREE In a heartfelt initiative to bring smiles and hope to children battling life-threatening and terminal illnesses, MYDIN, in partnership with Procter & Gamble (P&G), has launched a nationwide campaign in collaboration with the Children's Wish Society of Malaysia (CWS). Titled 'Kami Bawa Senyuman – Jom Tunaikan Impian Kanak-Kanak', this meaningful campaign transforms everyday shopping into a powerful act of compassion. With every purchase of RM10 P&G products at MYDIN stores, 10 cents sen will be donated to CWS, making every product purchase a step toward fulfilling the wishes of critically ill children across Malaysia. Mr. Nantha Kumaran Kalimuthu, Country Manager of P&G Malaysia and Singapore, expressed, 'As a company that serves families every day through our products, we feel a deep responsibility to support the communities we live in, especially the most vulnerable members. Partnering with Mydin in supporting the Children's Wish Society of Malaysia allows us to help fulfill heartfelt wishes and bring moments of joy and hope to these brave young individuals. Being part of these moments is incredibly fulfilling for all of us at P&G. It reminds us why we do what we do, to be a force for good in the communities we serve'. Managing Director of Mydin Mohamed Holdings Berhad (MYDIN), Datuk Wira (Dr) Haji Ameer Ali Mydin stated, 'At MYDIN, we believe that true business success goes hand in hand with social responsibility, especially in the communities where we operate. Through our MYDIN Prihatin initiatives, we collaborate closely with supplier partners to amplify the positive impact we can make. This campaign, in partnership with P&G and the Children's Wish Society, transforms everyday shopping into a powerful gesture of hope'. The Children's Wish Society of Malaysia (CWS), a registered charity based in Subang Jaya, works hand-in-hand with doctors and nurses in government hospitals to identify children under 18 with terminal or life-threatening conditions. These children are invited to share their most heartfelt wishes, be it a special toy, an experience, or a family outing, and CWS races against time to make those wishes come true. Mr Teoh Teik Hoong, President of The Children's Wish Society of Malaysia (CWS), 'For children battling terminal illnesses, a simple wish can mean the world. It gives them something to look forward to, something to hold onto during tough treatments and hospital stays. We are incredibly grateful to MYDIN and P&G for choosing to support our mission. Their partnership allows us to reach more children, and bring joy, comfort, and lasting memories to these young heroes and their families.' This initiative invites all Malaysians to join in a collective mission of kindness, where simple, everyday choices at the supermarket can contribute to something far greater: a child's smile, a moment of hope, and a dream fulfilled. Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
