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…
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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…
USPTO’s Novel Initiative – EQPI
The USPTO has introduced initiatives under the Enhanced Patent Quality Initiative to enhance patent prosecution clarity and consistency. These programmes are designed to improve transparency, ensure fair treatment…
Sex Patents in India (Land of Kamasutra) – Sex Patents III
This post examines two significant sex patents filed in India, focusing on their claims and the Indian Patent Office’s examination process. It discusses issues of novelty, inventive step,…
USPTO Examination Procedure: An Overview
This article provides an analytical overview of the USPTO examination procedure, from initial filing to patent grant. It outlines key stages such as office actions, applicant responses, and…
The times, they are a-changin’
This post analyses recent changes in patent rules in India and the United States, focusing on foreign priority claim procedures and electronic file sharing. It highlights the implications…
DIPP Draft Patent Rules – Salient Features
The DIPP Draft Patent Rules introduce notable amendments to the Patents Rules, 2003, focusing on electronic communication, expedited examination, and revised timelines. The new rules seek to improve…
Patent Process- Examination of Patent Applications in India
This post analyses the patent examination process in India, from the filing of a request for examination to the issuance of the First Examination Report. It discusses statutory…