32nd issue of the Indian Patent Journal (9th August 2024) features 1,689 patent publications, 378 grants, and 500 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (August 2nd to 9th)
In a recent ruling, the Calcutta High Court dismissed WBCIL’s appeal seeking an interim injunction against GTZ, providing clarity on product-by-process claims under the Indian Patents Act, 1970. The judgment highlights the crucial role of expert testimony in establishing patent infringement. Continue Reading Clarifying Product-by-Process Patent Claims in India – West Bengal Chemicals v. GTZ
31st issue of the Indian Patent Journal (2nd August 2024) features 2,317 patent publications, 1,040 grants, and 777 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (July 26th to August 2nd)
30th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (26th July 2024) features 3,365 patent publications, 754 grants, and 491 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (July 19th to July 26th)
29th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (19th July 2024) features 1,274 patent publications, 460 grants, and 554 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (July 12th to July 19th)
The Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction in favor of ITW GSE APS, restraining Dabico Airport Solutions from infringing on ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent during the pending suit. ITW’s PCA units, featuring advanced VFDs controlled by a central controller, are recognized globally. Dabico’s challenges were dismissed, leading to the injunction and a mandated turnover disclosure. Continue Reading Cool interim order for ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent, but Competitor’s airport deals allowed to continue
The Madras High Court dismissed an appeal challenging the rejection of a patent for an eco-friendly lamp made from panchagavya and traditional herbal leaves. The court upheld the decision, citing traditional knowledge and lack of inventive step. Continue Reading Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standards
The Madras High Court has set aside the refusal of Hygieia Inc.’s patent application, highlighting the need for proper consideration of amended claims. The court emphasized the importance of interpreting claims in conjunction with their specifications and has directed a re-examination of the application by a different controller within six months. Continue Reading Court balances Hygieia’s patent application after IPO disbalances it under section 59
The Madras High Court ruled in favor of Toyota, overturning the patent office’s refusal to grant a patent for a gene increasing plant biomass and seed production. The court emphasized the importance of scientific aspects over language semantics and directed a review within six months. Continue Reading “Focus on technology, not semantics” says court in case involving gene technology
27th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (5th July 2024) features 1,957 patent publications, 930 grants, and 780 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 28th to July 5th)