This case evaluates a patent infringement dispute concerning hollow ware manufacturing processes in India. The Court compared both parties’ methods, ultimately finding no infringement due to significant procedural differences.
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The Delhi High Court clarified that government use exemption under Section 47 of the Patents Act includes manufacture by private parties on behalf of the government. This analysis explores the legal interpretation and its implications for patent infringement cases involving government contracts in India.
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Bishwanath Prasad Radhey Shyam vs Hindustan Metal Industries established the standard for inventive step and novelty in Indian patent law. The Supreme Court’s reasoning remains central to assessing patentability in India.
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The Bajaj-TVS litigation explores the complexities of enforcing patent rights in the Indian motorcycle industry. Courts examined the validity and scope of patents, ultimately finding the technologies distinct and lifting the interim injunction. This case provides insight into judicial reasoning in Indian patent disputes.
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The Delhi High Court vacated an ex-parte injunction in a patent infringement matter, emphasising the plaintiff’s failure to establish a prima-facie case. The judgment highlights the importance of proving inventive steps and the limits of patent rights in India.
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Section 3(d) of the Indian Patents Act limits patentability for new forms or uses of known substances unless enhanced efficacy is proven. The Novartis case illustrates how courts interpret this provision, focusing on therapeutic efficacy rather than mere improved properties.
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This post discusses significant copyright and entertainment law news, including the Delhi High Court’s decision on mechanical compilation copyright and major international infringement suits. Updates on digital copyright systems and industry partnerships are also analysed.
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The post explores a court’s decision on who must pay for scientific advisors in Indian patent cases, focusing on Section 115 of the Patents Act. It analyses the reasoning behind the judgment and comments on professional conduct during litigation.
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This post examines Artifex’s enforcement action against Palm for alleged violation of open source license terms regarding muPDF. It discusses the legal trends in OSS license compliance and the implications for businesses using open source software.
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The SIP-EIT scheme from the Department of IT supports Indian SMEs and startups with financial assistance for international patent protection in electronics and IT. Eligible applicants can receive reimbursement for patent filing expenses upon meeting the scheme’s criteria.
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