This update discusses recent trends in Indian patent law, including the Chemtura Corporation case and Facebook’s new patent grant. It highlights updates from the Indian patent office and…
Intellepedia · 27 Feb 2017
The post examines software patentability in India and the US, focusing on statutory exclusions, recent guidelines, and case law. It discusses current standards and the ongoing evolution of…
Intellepedia · 17 Feb 2017
This post outlines key improvements desired for the Indian patent system in 2017, including efficient examination, clearer amendment rules, and greater transparency. It also recommends provisions for reviving…
Gaurav Mishra · 5 Jan 2017
The Patent Amendment Rules 2016 sparked both appreciation and confusion among stakeholders in Indian patent law. This post analyses the controversies and practical challenges arising from the new…
Gaurav Mishra · 14 Jun 2016
The Patent Amendment Rules 2016 introduce substantial updates to Indian patent law, including expedited examination and digital filing. The rules aim to enhance efficiency, support startups, and align…
Gaurav Mishra · 17 May 2016
The Lee and BDR decisions signal a shift in the landscape of compulsory licensing in India. This post examines the legal and policy developments leading to these outcomes,…
Gaurav Mishra · 16 Apr 2016
Dr Kalyan Kankanala’s TED Talk examines if patents genuinely encourage inventors or if passion drives innovation. Drawing on research and case studies, he argues that while patents attract…
Intellepedia · 21 Mar 2016
DIPP has published a discussion paper on standard essential patents and FRAND terms, seeking stakeholder input on key policy and legal issues. This post provides an overview of…
Gaurav Mishra · 13 Mar 2016
The February 2016 guidelines clarify that software patents in India are not granted unless connected with novel hardware, in line with section 3k of the Patents Act. These…
Gaurav Mishra · 24 Feb 2016
The article examines India's slow patent grant process and its impact on innovation. It reviews recent government initiatives aimed at expediting patent grants and discusses the necessity for…
Gaurav Mishra · 23 Feb 2016