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Not Just a Mix: Court Finds Merit in UPL’s Fungicidal Formulation

A red "REJECTED" stamp is shown on the left side, while a hand on the right holds a green reverse card from the Uno game, symbolizing a reversal of decision. The background is a soft peach color.

The Calcutta High Court set aside the rejection of a patent application filed by UPL Ltd., involving innovative fungicidal combinations. The Court found that the rejection order issued by the Controller lacked detailed reasoning and had procedural deficiencies, particularly concerning inventive step and treatment of experimental data.

Indian Patent & Design Statistics Report – 2025

BananaIP’s Indian Patent and Design Statistics Report 2024 highlights a 60% increase in patent publications, a 15% drop in grants, and reduced examination rates. Delhi and Chennai emerge as top contributors to filings, showcasing trends in India’s evolving IP landscape.

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (December 13th to 20th)

This weekly report analyses Indian patent and design statistics for December 13th to 20th, 2024, highlighting key data trends and city-wise breakdowns. It offers insights into patent publications, grants, examinations, and industrial design registrations, compiled by BananaIP’s expert team.

Madras HC Overrules Procedural Rejection in France Telecom’s Patent Case

The Madras High Court allowed France Telecom’s writ petition, setting aside the procedural rejection of its patent application examination request. The judgment clarifies the treatment of agent errors under Indian patent law and upholds procedural fairness.

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (August 9th to 16th)

This report details Indian patent and design statistics for August 9th to 16th, 2024, with city-wise analysis of publications, grants, and examinations. Yearly trends and insights into patent and design activities are provided, offering a clear overview for IP professionals and stakeholders.

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 28th to July 5th)

This report provides an analytical summary of Indian patent and design statistics for the week ending July 5th, 2024. It includes comprehensive data on publications, grants, examinations, and design registrations, with city-wise breakdowns and yearly overviews.

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 7th to 14th)

The report analyses Indian patent and design statistics for the week of 7th to 14th June 2024, including city-wise publication and grant trends. It offers factual insights into patent and industrial design activity, based on official data and objective analysis.

Patent examination should not kill the scientific temper of an inventor

The Madras High Court set aside the rejection of Industeel France’s patent application, stressing the need for fair and consistent patent examination. The judgment highlights the importance of protecting inventors’ scientific temper and ensuring time-bound decisions under Indian patent law.

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (May 17th to 24th)

This report analyses Indian patent and design statistics for May 17th to 24th, 2024, focusing on applications, grants, and city-wise trends. Authored by BananaIP, it offers a neutral and factual overview for legal and IP professionals.

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (February 2nd to 9th)

This report reviews Indian patent and design statistics for February 2nd to 9th, 2024, detailing trends in applications, grants, and regional distributions. It offers factual analysis for IP professionals, compiled by BananaIP’s legal experts.