CASE BRIEF: Novo Nordisk AS vs. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court’s decision in Novo Nordisk AS vs. Union of India addresses key procedural and substantive aspects of post grant patent opposition in India. The judgment…
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Delhi High Court asks the Patent Office to decide on amendments and give adequate opportunity in Opposition Proceedings
The Delhi High Court has provided clear procedural guidance for patent opposition proceedings, focusing on transparency and fair opportunity for all parties. The judgment underscores the importance of…
Post-Grant Patent Opposition, Evidence and Hearings: Role of Patent Office, Opposition Board, and Parties
This post provides an analytical overview of the procedures and legal standards for post-grant patent opposition in India. It examines the Delhi High Court’s guidance on evidence, hearings,…
Latest Patent Cases in 2022 – Part 1
This post analyses recent Indian patent cases from 2022, focusing on notable court decisions such as MSN Laboratories v. Novartis Ag. It provides legal insights into patent infringement…
Recap 2021: IP Updates – Part 2
This post revisits major intellectual property law updates in India from 2021, including copyright amendments, tribunal reforms, and sector-specific changes. It offers structured analysis of legislative and regulatory…
Patent Agent Exam 2022 Announced
The Patent Agent Exam 2022, organised by the Office of CGPDTM, is scheduled for May 2022. Applications are open to eligible science and engineering graduates, with accommodations available…
Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 and amendments to the Patents Act, 1970
The Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has brought significant changes to the Patents Act, 1970, by eliminating the Appellate Board and shifting its functions to the High Court. These…
Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2021 published; Bill in parliament to abolish tribunals such as IPAB
The Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2021 introduce reduced fees and expedited examination for educational institutions. Meanwhile, a bill has been introduced to abolish tribunals such as IPAB, shifting…
Patent office examines over 68000 applications till date
The latest Indian patent and design statistics reveal over 68000 patent applications examined and nearly 50000 published in 2020. Compiled by BananaIP Counsels, the report provides a structured…
Patent grants reduce by 54% this week, 396 patents issued
This week’s Indian patent statistics show a marked 54 percent decrease in granted patents, with 396 issued. Patent publications and design registrations are also analysed, offering insights into…