A Conduit for INVALID PATENTS – Section 13(1)(b)
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…
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Case Review: Garaware v. Techfeb
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…
Claims! A Legal Fence and Public Notice
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…
Indian Patent Process and Procedure – Presentation by Ms. Vinita Radhakrishnan at UPES School of Law
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…
Patent Wish List – 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…
Improved IPO process, their impact and the way forward
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…
Patent News
This weekly update summarises key developments in Indian patent news, including reforms in examination processes and international cooperation. It also discusses new government initiatives to support innovation and…
Government Bats for US trained Patent Examiners
The Indian government’s plan to engage US trained patent examiners has sparked debate over efficiency and policy direction in the patent office. This post analyses the benefits, concerns,…
Computer Related Inventions Examination Guidelines say NO to Software Patents
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…
Ready for Patent grants in 18 months?
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…