Monoclonal antibodies and Patents – How the Madras High Court interpreted Section 3(c)

The Madras High Court clarified the interpretation of Section 3c regarding patent eligibility of monoclonal antibodies in India. The Court held that synthetic antibodies may be patentable if they demonstrate novelty or technical advancement.

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Authors, Copyright and Royalty Share : The Calcutta High Court gives clarity

The Calcutta High Court has clarified the scope of authors’ royalty rights under Indian copyright law, affirming protections introduced by the 2012 amendment. The judgment ensures that authors of literary and musical works receive royalties, irrespective of copyright ownership transfers or the date of creation.

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All set for VOMISET : Court restores trademark and allows renewal beyond deadline

The Bombay High Court restored Indi Pharma’s VOMISET trademark, permitting late renewal due to non-receipt of statutory notice. The order clarifies rights under Section 25(3) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, and mandates timely Registrar action on such applications.

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Court criticizes Patent Office for using outdated CRI Guidelines

The Madras High Court condemned the Patent Office’s reliance on outdated CRI guidelines in Microsoft’s patent application case, highlighting the significance of technical effect in computer related inventions. The court allowed the appeal and directed a new evaluation.

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Note on the WIPO Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources, and Associated Traditional Knowledge

The WIPO Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources, and Associated Traditional Knowledge seeks to enhance transparency and fairness in the patent system. It establishes disclosure requirements and safeguards for genetic resources and traditional knowledge within international intellectual property law.

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Victory for Novozymes: Madras High Court Overrules Patent Office’s Refusal

The Madras High Court has reversed the Patent Office’s rejection of Novozymes’ patent for enzyme granules in animal feed, emphasizing the need for detailed reasoning in refusal orders. The decision clarifies the application of inventive step and Section 3d in Indian patent law.

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Lost in the Inbox? Delhi High Court Saves Dabur’s Trademark Application

The Delhi High Court restored Dabur’s trademark application for Odonil Mystic Rose, citing procedural lapses by the Trade Marks Registry in serving the notice of opposition. The judgment reinforces the importance of fair opportunity and natural justice in trademark proceedings.

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