Patent and Public Domain Balance – 1
This article explores the relationship between exclusive patent rights and the public domain under Indian patent law. It discusses how incentives and access impact innovation and technological progress,…
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Shall We Amend the Claims During Litigation?- AGC Flat Glass Europe Sa vs Anand Mahajan And Ors
The post discusses whether patent claim amendments should be permitted during litigation, highlighting the Delhi High Court’s approach in the AGC Flat Glass case. It critically evaluates the…
Open Source Software and Patent Risks
This article analyses the patent risks associated with open source software, focusing on legal challenges, real-world cases, and mitigation strategies. It provides practical guidance for developers and companies…
Case Review: Garaware v. Techfeb
This case review analyses the Garware v Techfeb patent, focusing on the specification's drafting and the relevance of prior art. The post raises questions about the invention's novelty…
Garaware Vs Techfeb
This post examines the Garaware vs Techfeb patent dispute, focusing on claim construction and essential features under Indian patent law. It analyses the clarity and novelty of the…
Life of a Gene in India
This analysis addresses the uncertain legal landscape for gene patents in India, with a focus on isolated and purified gene sequences. The author calls for clearer guidelines and…
Claims! A Legal Fence and Public Notice
This post analyses the legal function of patent claims in India, focusing on their role as a boundary for inventor rights. It discusses how prosecution history and litigation…
To Publish or Not: Well, it Depends!
This analysis explores whether to publish a patent application in the US, weighing legal and strategic factors. It discusses both the potential benefits and risks, emphasizing the need…
Guidelines for Writing an Abstract from the Indian Patent Office
This post analyses the Indian Patent Office’s abstract guidelines, referencing the Patent Act and Rules. It explains the mandatory components, verification process, and the significance of accurate abstracts…
SIPP scheme, UGC asks Universities to provide IPR as an optional subject, NASA to License Patent Portfolio, Treadmill patent infringement and more
This weekly update covers Indian patent statistics, SIPP scheme developments, UGC's push for IPR education, and notable cases such as NASA's patent licensing and treadmill patent disputes. The…