Tim Hortons will seek to shut down an apparent knock-off restaurant in India that uses a name and branding very similar to the coffee-and-doughnut chain. Tim Hottens, located in Yamunanagar, India, is two letters away from the coffee chain in its name. Tim Hottens also uses the phrases "always fresh" and "cafe & bake shop," as well as the red-hued striped background in its logo. Inside, it appears markedly different from a Canadian Tim Hortons location. At the time, Tim Hortons released a statement saying it will take the steps necessary to protect its trademark.

Source: CBC News September 27, 2018 19:07 UTC