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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 trends in Indian intellectual property filings.

Massive increase in early publication of patent applications

This bulletin examines a marked increase in early publication of patent applications in India, with city-wise and cumulative statistics. It also covers patent grants, first examination reports, and industrial design registrations, offering an objective overview of recent trends.

Patent Publications and Grants increase at IPO

The latest Indian patent statistics reveal a notable increase in both publications and grants at the IPO, supported by city-wise and national data. The bulletin also covers industrial design registrations and reflects the analytical approach of BananaIP Counsels.

Green Cracker Patents for an Environment Friendly Diwali

This article reviews green cracker patents and eco friendly innovations for Diwali in India, focusing on legal developments and recent patent filings. It highlights the efforts towards sustainable celebrations and the current status of green firework technologies.

Huge increase in examination of patent applications this week

The bulletin reports a substantial increase in the examination and granting of patent applications in India this week. It presents comprehensive statistics on patent publications, First Examination Reports, and industrial design registrations, reflecting current trends in the Indian intellectual property landscape.

Interesting Patents and Inventions of the week

The bulletin presents this week’s most interesting patents and inventions from the Indian Patent Journal, featuring expert curation by BananaIP Counsels’ patent attorneys. Highlights include innovative solutions in Braille technology and aquaculture management, reflecting the firm’s legal and technical expertise.

Claim Drafting – Transitional Phrases

This post analyses transitional phrases in claim drafting, examining their impact on whether a patent claim is open, partially open, or closed. It references key case law and offers practical guidance for selecting appropriate transitional language in different technical fields.

Prosecution History E’stop’pel!

This post discusses prosecution history estoppel and its influence on the doctrine of equivalents, using the Felix v. Honda case to highlight key legal implications. It underscores the necessity for precise claim amendments during patent prosecution to avoid unintended limitations on enforcement rights.

Indian Patent Portfolio of German Car Manufacturers

The post examines the Indian patent portfolio of major German car manufacturers, focusing on patent counts and published applications. It underscores the growing competition among overseas automotive companies in the Indian market based on recent patent activity.

Statement of Working to Compulsory Licensing – Are We Missing Something?

This post discusses whether failing to file the statement of working under Indian patent law justifies the grant of a compulsory license. It objectively analyses statutory provisions and their implications for patent holders and innovation.