21 articles
The Bombay High Court, in Navya Network Inc. v. Assistant Controller of Patents and Designs, set aside a patent refusal for a "Medical Research Retrieval Engine," ruling that…
In the case of Energeo Works India Private Limited v. Assistant Controller of Patents, the Patent Office refused a patent application relating to an air cooling system that…
The Madras High Court overturned a patent refusal in Signal Pharmaceuticals vs. Deputy Controller of Patents, citing a lack of reasoning in the rejection order. The Court observed…
The Madras High Court has set aside a patent refusal for an image construction apparatus, citing insufficient reasoning under Section 3(k) and inventive step. The Court remanded the…
The Madras High Court has delivered important rulings on patent claim amendments, exclusions, and rejection protocols under Indian law. These decisions clarify key patentability standards and reinforce the…
This article examines whether an advanced ChatGPT could fulfil the role of ‘person skilled in the art’ for patent prosecution in India. It analyses the legal definition and…
This post provides an analytical overview of the procedures and legal standards for post-grant patent opposition in India. It examines the Delhi High Court’s guidance on evidence, hearings,…
This post addresses the process and legal implications of post-dating patent applications in India. It highlights statutory provisions, judicial interpretation, and practical risks associated with shifting the priority…
This article discusses the legal timeline and methods for publishing a patent application in India. It covers statutory requirements, exceptions, early publication, and the implications for applicants and…
This post explores evergreening in pharmaceutical patents and how Section 3d of the Indian Patent Act limits patentability for incremental inventions. It discusses the implications for innovation, generic…