Indian IP Office Schedules Stakeholder Meetings in Kolkata and Chennai on Draft CRI Guidelines

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The Indian IP Office has scheduled in-person stakeholder meetings in Kolkata and Chennai, after the success of sessions in Mumbai and Delhi. to gather feedback on the Draft Guidelines for Computer Related Inventions (CRI). The initiative will allow stakeholders to share their inputs before the finalisation of the CRI policy framework.

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CGPDTM Headquarters Relocated to New Delhi: Official Notification

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The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has announced the relocation of the CGPDTM headquarters to New Delhi, as per the Gazette of India notification dated February 25, 2025. The new office is now operational at Boudhik Sampada Bhawan, Dwarka, New Delhi. This move aims to enhance coordination with central regulatory bodies and improve India’s intellectual property administration.

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CGPDTM Calls Stakeholders Meeting on Patents Amendment Rules, 2024

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The Office of CGPDTM has scheduled a virtual stakeholders meeting on July 29, 2024, to discuss the Patents Amendment Rules and the requirements for filing Form-27. This open forum aims to address stakeholders’ concerns and facilitate a comprehensive discussion on the working statement of patented inventions in India.

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Announcement: Patent and Trademark Agent Examinations 2025 by Indian IP Office

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The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has released the schedule for the Trade Marks Agent Examination and Patent Agent Examination for 2025. These examinations are crucial for individuals aiming to become registered intellectual property agents. The exams will take place in various cities across India on 4th and 5th January 2025.

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The Court refuses to remove names of Trademark Officers from the order

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In this review petition filed before the Delhi High Court, the Court rejected the plea filed by the Trademark Officer to remove their names from the order.

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Indian IP Office Updates: IPR Newsletter, WIPO Tool, and More

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This post explores key updates from the Indian IP Office, such as the new IPR newsletter and the ‘WIPO IP Diagnostic’ tool launch, underscoring efforts to streamline the IP management process. BananaIP Counsels commits to ongoing reporting on these essential developments, supporting stakeholders in navigating India’s IP landscape.

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Manual of Designs Practice and Procedure : BananaIP’s Comments and Suggestions

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BananaIP Counsels has recently submitted its comments and suggestions to the Office of Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) with respect to...

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Manual of Trade Marks Practice and Procedure: BananaIP’s Comments / Suggestions

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BananaIP Counsels has recently submitted its comments and suggestions to the Office of Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) with respect to...

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SIPP: What Startups need to know about the revised scheme for Intellectual Property protection

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This post provides an overview of the Intellectual Property Facilitation Scheme for Startups in India, including who can apply and who can be a facilitator. It also explains the functions and duties of facilitators, as well as the Empanelment process. This comprehensive guide provides all the necessary information for startups to take advantage of this scheme.

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The Office of CGPDTM announces Trade Marks Agent Examination 2023 and Patent Agent Examination 2023

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The office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has announced on 15/11/2022 that the Trade Marks Agent Examination 2023 and Patent Agent Examination 2023 are likely to be held on 07/05/2023. Read more

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