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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…
The revised draft guidelines for examining pharmaceutical patent applications in India aim to standardize practices and clarify legal provisions, particularly section 3(d). These guidelines reflect stakeholder input and…
Delays in patent grant often result from both procedural backlog and applicant inaction. This post examines key causes and recommends measures to expedite the patent examination and grant…
This article presents a comprehensive guide to the proceedings before the Indian Patent Office, covering each procedural stage. It discusses filing requirements, examination, opposition, and the grant process…
Section 13(1)(b) of the Indian Patent Act may inadvertently allow for the grant of invalid patents by restricting prior art consideration to only the claims of earlier Indian…
This case review analyses the Garware v Techfeb patent, focusing on the specification's drafting and the relevance of prior art. The post raises questions about the invention's novelty…
This post analyses the legal function of patent claims in India, focusing on their role as a boundary for inventor rights. It discusses how prosecution history and litigation…
This presentation titled is part of the ‘Patent Law and Practice Program’ being taught by BananaIP Team at UPES School of Law to B.tech-LLB Students. This presentation covers…
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…
The Indian Patent Office has implemented significant reforms to enhance process efficiency and reduce pendency in patent and trademark matters. This analysis examines the impact of these improvements…