Patent Amendment Rules 2016
The Patent Amendment Rules 2016 introduce substantial updates to Indian patent law, including expedited examination and digital filing. The rules aim to enhance efficiency, support startups, and align…
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.
Salient Features of the National IPR Policy – Part 1
This post reviews the objectives of the National IPR Policy 2016, highlighting its approach to strengthening intellectual property rights in India. It outlines key policy aims, including awareness,…
EU Trademark law threatens Indian Generic Export Market
The EU’s revised trademark law empowers customs to seize in-transit goods, raising serious concerns for Indian generic pharmaceutical exports. This development challenges established principles of territorial trademark enforcement…
Just Launched: Patent Incentives for MSMEs in Haryana
The Haryana Government has introduced a scheme to support MSMEs with financial assistance for patent registrations. Eligible enterprises can receive up to Rs 25 lakh as reimbursement for…
USTR finds Pakistan better than India in IP Protection.
The USTR’s 2016 Special 301 Report places India on the Priority Watch List for its IP protection framework, while commending Pakistan for notable advancements. This assessment has significant…
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,…
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,…