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Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 and amendments to the Patents Act, 1970

The Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has brought significant changes to the Patents Act, 1970, by eliminating the Appellate Board and shifting its functions to the High Court. These amendments aim to centralise patent dispute resolution and enhance judicial efficiency in India.

President promulgates Tribunals reforms Ordinance, IPAB goes defunct with immediate effect

The Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has made the IPAB and several other tribunals defunct, transferring their powers to the High Courts and Commercial Courts. This post provides a brief overview of the key statutory amendments affecting intellectual property laws in India.

IPO notifies Supreme Court’s latest decision on ‘Extension of Limitation’; Monsanto and Nuziveedu settle long standing patent dispute and more

This post examines the latest Supreme Court directions on limitation extension, the resolution of the Monsanto-Nuziveedu patent dispute, and ongoing developments at the EPO. It also discusses European parliamentary support for a temporary patent waiver proposed by India and South Africa.

IPO & JPO to be competent ISA & IPEA to each other under PCT, EPO publishes patent index 2020 and more

India and Japan will act as competent ISA and IPEA for each other’s PCT filings from July 2021. Apple faces a $308.5 million patent infringement fine, while the EPO’s 2020 patent index shows strong innovation in healthcare and medical technology.

China top patent filer in 2020, India ranks 13th; IPAB’s future in limbo and more

China led in global patent filings for 2020, with India ranking 13th. Industry groups have raised concerns over the possible abolition of the IPAB. The post also covers recent patent disputes and Ricoh’s entry into WIPO GREEN.

IP waiver on Covid-19 vaccine, AI lacks ‘legal personality’ says USPTO to Court and more

This post analyses the IP waiver proposal for Covid-19 vaccines and the USPTO’s stance on AI inventorship, focusing on their legal implications. It also covers recent international patent settlements and policy updates with an objective, legal-academic perspective.

Over 5000 patents granted in 2 months, will total grants increase this year?

Indian patent and design statistics for early 2021 show a marked increase in patent grants and publications. Over 5,000 patents were granted in two months, indicating a positive trend in intellectual property activity.

59% Decrease In Patent Publications This Week, Grants also Decrease Slightly

This week’s Indian patent statistics reveal a notable 59 percent drop in publications and a modest decline in grants. Detailed data on city-wise trends and industrial design registrations are provided, reflecting current activity in the Indian intellectual property landscape.

Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2021 published; Bill in parliament to abolish tribunals such as IPAB

The Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2021 introduce reduced fees and expedited examination for educational institutions. Meanwhile, a bill has been introduced to abolish tribunals such as IPAB, shifting jurisdiction to higher courts for greater efficiency.

78% increase in patent publications this week, grants decrease slightly

This week’s Indian patent statistics show a marked increase in publications but a decrease in grants. The report offers a detailed analysis of trends across major cities and includes insights into design registrations.