Lee and BDR decision – the End of Compulsory Licenses?!
The Lee and BDR decisions signal a shift in the landscape of compulsory licensing in India. This post examines the legal and policy developments leading to these outcomes,…
Gaurav Mishra
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Gaurav Mishra is an intellectual property attorney, coffee entrepreneur, and passionate educator. As an Associate Partner at BananaIP Counsels, he specializes in patents, trademarks, copyrights, and designs, working with global tech and innovation-driven clients.
Government Bats for US trained Patent Examiners
The Indian government’s plan to engage US trained patent examiners has sparked debate over efficiency and policy direction in the patent office. This post analyses the benefits, concerns,…
Court favors Core, leaves LG Electronics sore
The US court has ruled in favour of Core Wireless, ordering LG Electronics to pay 3.5 million dollars for patent infringement. This decision brings attention to standard essential…
DIPP Discusses Standard Essential Patents , Comments invited. (Part 1)
DIPP has published a discussion paper on standard essential patents and FRAND terms, seeking stakeholder input on key policy and legal issues. This post provides an overview of…
IPR and Access to Affordable Medicines: How affordable are We?
This post examines the complex interaction between intellectual property rights and access to affordable medicines in India. It provides a legal analysis of policy challenges and judicial decisions,…
Women’s Day Series: Mary Anderson – Patentee of clear vision.
Mary Anderson’s patented invention of the windshield wiper in 1903 revolutionised automotive safety, despite initial scepticism from manufacturers. Her story exemplifies the significant yet often overlooked role of…
Budget 2016: IPR makes a small cameo
Budget 2016 presented a favourable outlook for intellectual property, especially patents, startups, and MSMEs in India. The new tax regime and supporting policies may foster significant IP growth…
Computer Related Inventions Examination Guidelines say NO to Software Patents
The February 2016 guidelines clarify that software patents in India are not granted unless connected with novel hardware, in line with section 3k of the Patents Act. These…
Ready for Patent grants in 18 months?
The article examines India's slow patent grant process and its impact on innovation. It reviews recent government initiatives aimed at expediting patent grants and discusses the necessity for…
Staying in Shape: Weight Loss Patents IV
The article reviews recent patents focused on weight loss, including exercise devices, a stomach belt for controlling food intake, and a specialised beverage. Each invention is analysed for…