CASE BRIEF : European Commission vs. Union of India
This case brief discusses the Delhi High Court's decision in European Commission vs Union of India regarding the restoration of patent applications deemed abandoned due to procedural lapses.…
First examination report
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Over 400 patent applications published on an early basis this week, over 1000 patents issued
Indian patent statistics for the week reveal increased early publications and patent grants, alongside a decrease in ordinary publications. The data provides a comprehensive overview of patent activity…
Close to 10,000 patents issued by the patent office so far this year, higher grants likely
Indian patent statistics for 2021 reveal nearly 10,000 grants so far, with detailed breakdowns of publications, grants, and examinations. The post also analyses trends in industrial design registrations,…
Amidst national lock-down, IPO comes to a grinding halt
The Indian Patent and Design Office experienced a sharp decline in activity during the national lockdown, with patent publications and design registrations dropping considerably. The report highlights the…
Patent grant and design registrations increase this week
This week’s Indian Patent Office data indicates a marked rise in patent grants and design registrations. The report presents detailed statistics by city and publication type, reflecting current…
Patent Process- Examination of Patent Applications in India
This post analyses the patent examination process in India, from the filing of a request for examination to the issuance of the First Examination Report. It discusses statutory…