Delhi High Court asks the Patent Office to decide on amendments and give adequate opportunity in Opposition Proceedings

The Delhi High Court has provided clear procedural guidance for patent opposition proceedings, focusing on transparency and fair opportunity for all parties. The judgment underscores the importance of timely decisions on claim amendments and systematic handling of pre-grant oppositions by the Indian Patent Office.

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Post-Grant Patent Opposition, Evidence and Hearings: Role of Patent Office, Opposition Board, and Parties

This post provides an analytical overview of the procedures and legal standards for post-grant patent opposition in India. It examines the Delhi High Court’s guidance on evidence, hearings, and the respective roles of the Patent Office and Opposition Board, underscoring the need for transparency and timely adjudication.

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CASE BRIEF : European Commission vs. Union of India

This case brief discusses the Delhi High Court’s decision in European Commission vs Union of India regarding the restoration of patent applications deemed abandoned due to procedural lapses. The judgment underscores the importance of judicial discretion in exceptional circumstances under Indian patent law.

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High Court remands Patent Office’s Legally Infirm and Unreasoned Order

The Delhi High Court remanded a Patent Office order in a patent grant case for being legally infirm and unreasoned. The judgment underscores the importance of detailed reasoning and adherence to the principles of natural justice in patent proceedings.

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Professor Jon M. Garon Scholarship for aspiring IP Attorneys with Disabilities

The Professor Jon M. Garon Scholarship offers paid internships and accessibility for students with disabilities pursuing IP law careers in India. This initiative aims to promote equal participation and professional growth in the legal field.

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Weekly Patent and Industrial Design Statistics – 3rd June 2022 to 10th June 2022

This report covers Indian patent and industrial design statistics for the week of 3rd June to 10th June 2022. It includes publication, grant, and registration figures, providing an objective analysis of recent IP activity in India.

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Weekly Patent and Industrial Design Statistics – 27th May 2022 to 3rd June 2022

This article offers a factual analysis of Indian patent and industrial design statistics for the week ending 3rd June 2022. It covers patent publications, grants, and design registrations, with data compiled by BananaIP Counsels.

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Weekly Patent and Industrial Design Statistics – 20th May 2022 to 27th May 2022

This report analyses Indian patent and design statistics for the week ending 27th May 2022, based on official data. It covers patent publications, grants, and industrial design registrations, offering clear insights into recent intellectual property trends.

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Weekly Patent and Industrial Design Statistics – 13th May 2022 to 20th May 2022

This report presents a detailed overview of Indian patent and industrial design statistics for 13th to 20th May 2022. It covers weekly publication numbers, grants, FERs, and city-wise data, providing an analytical perspective on IP trends in India.

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