Summary: Trackon Couriers sued B.N. Srinivas for using the name "TRACK-ON," claiming it infringed on their trademark. The court sided with Trackon, granting them temporary relief.
Trackon Couriers Private Limited, a well-known courier company, took B.N. Srinivas to court over trademark issues. Trackon, which has been around since 2002, accused Srinivas of using a name too similar to theirs—"TRACK-ON EXPRESS."
Trackon said they came up with the "TRACKON" name and have been using it since 2002. They argued that Srinivas's use of "TRACK-ON" was confusingly similar and hurt their brand.
“The Defendant's use of the disputed name would clearly amount to infringement under Section 29 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999.”
B.N. Srinivas was a business associate of Trackon in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana since 2016. He argued that he had permission to use the name and had even set up a business under "TRACKON COURIERS & CARGO SERVICES."
In October 2023, Trackon asked Srinivas to stop using the name. Srinivas agreed but later started using "TRACK-ON EXPRESS" in 2024, which led to the lawsuit.
Judge Arif S. Doctor ruled in favor of Trackon on January 22, 2026, granting them temporary relief. The judge found that Srinivas's use of the name was not honest and lacked good faith.
“The Defendant’s adoption and use of the disputed name is plainly dishonest and wholly lacking in good faith.”
Srinivas argued the court in Mumbai didn't have the authority to hear the case, but the judge dismissed this claim. He also said Trackon hid important documents, but the court didn't believe it.
The court ordered Srinivas to stop using the "TRACK-ON" name. The decision highlights the importance of protecting trademarks and the consequences of infringing on established brands.
