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SC backs Delhi HC, bars Gujarati paper from using 'Saurashtra Aaj Tak' name
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 07 Oct 2026, 08:46 PM
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The Supreme Court has upheld the Delhi High Court's order restraining a Gujarati newspaper from using the name 'Saurashtra Aaj Tak'.
The Supreme Court of India has upheld the order passed by the Delhi High Court, which restrained a Gujarati newspaper from using the name 'Saurashtra Aaj Tak'. The apex court's decision reinforces the lower court's ruling on the trademark and naming rights dispute.
The legal battle centered on the usage of the specific title 'Saurashtra Aaj Tak' by the Gujarati publication. The Delhi High Court had previously issued the restraining order to prevent the use of this name, citing legal grounds related to branding and intellectual property.
By upholding the High Court's directive, the Supreme Court has effectively closed the legal avenue for the newspaper to continue using the contested name. This ruling is significant for media houses in India, as it clarifies the judicial stance on the protection of newspaper titles and brand identities.
The case highlights the increasing importance of intellectual property rights in the Indian media sector, where distinct naming conventions are crucial for brand recognition and legal protection.
The legal battle centered on the usage of the specific title 'Saurashtra Aaj Tak' by the Gujarati publication. The Delhi High Court had previously issued the restraining order to prevent the use of this name, citing legal grounds related to branding and intellectual property.
By upholding the High Court's directive, the Supreme Court has effectively closed the legal avenue for the newspaper to continue using the contested name. This ruling is significant for media houses in India, as it clarifies the judicial stance on the protection of newspaper titles and brand identities.
The case highlights the increasing importance of intellectual property rights in the Indian media sector, where distinct naming conventions are crucial for brand recognition and legal protection.