Gaurav Mishra delivers a talk on Patent law
Mr. Gaurav Mishra recently delivered a talk on the law of patents in India at a seminar organized by the National Law School of India University, Bangalore in…
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Huge increase in examination of patent applications this week
The bulletin reports a substantial increase in the examination and granting of patent applications in India this week. It presents comprehensive statistics on patent publications, First Examination Reports,…
Patent office publishes list of withdrawn applications, EA games, Sketchers and Apple face lawsuit and more
This weekly bulletin analyses recent patent and IP news, including major lawsuits and policy developments in India and abroad. Key updates include withdrawn patent applications, infringement suits against…
IPO sees increase in patent activity
This week’s Indian patent statistics reflect a notable rise in published applications and granted patents, with comprehensive city-wise data. The report also includes design registration figures, providing insights…
AICTE and CIPAM spar over invention guidelines, USPTO invites comments on patenting inventions developed by AI and more
This bulletin addresses AICTE’s differing stance from CIPAM on institutional invention guidelines and recent high-profile patent disputes. It further examines international patent policy updates and major IP conferences,…
Increased activity at IPO this week, publications and examinations see jump in numbers
The Indian Patent Office has witnessed a significant jump in publications, grants, and examinations this week, as detailed by BananaIP Counsels. This update offers an analytical overview of…
Patentability Requirements in India
This post explores the five patentability requirements under Indian law, including subject matter, novelty, inventive step, industrial applicability, and specification. It discusses statutory provisions, key case law, and…
Reduction in Patent fees, Faster patent grants now? New WIPO IP Portal and more
The Indian government proposes to cut patent fees for MSMEs and has amended rules to broaden the availability of expedited patent examination. This bulletin also covers global patent…
Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2019 come into effect
The Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2019 expand expedited examination eligibility and remove specific fees for PCT applicants. These changes reflect a structured approach to streamlining patent processes and increasing…
Filing Design Applications Online in India
This article examines the process for filing design applications online in India, detailing each step from registration to document submission and payment. It offers practical guidance for applicants…