117 articles
The Indian Government has formally approved the Patent Prosecution Highway with Japan, enabling faster and higher-quality patent examination. This move provides significant advantages for Indian inventors, startups, and…
This post explores the five patentability requirements under Indian law, including subject matter, novelty, inventive step, industrial applicability, and specification. It discusses statutory provisions, key case law, and…
This post examines the obligation for Indian patent applicants to disclose foreign filings under section 8 of the Patents Act, 1970. It analyses recent case law and stresses…
The post discusses the proposed Indian Patent policy focusing on essential patents and FRAND licensing. It analyses differing industry perspectives and examines the legal and competitive implications for…
This post summarises the key requirements for filing a patent in India, including eligibility, timing, and procedural steps. It highlights essential documents and legal considerations for inventors seeking…
This post explores software patent protection in India, comparing it to copyright law and analysing the legal complexities involved. It provides an objective assessment of the scope, benefits,…
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 post celebrates Children’s Day by showcasing Sydney Dittman, a young inventor who patented an aid for disabled individuals. It emphasises the value of patenting children’s inventions and…
This post discusses whether failing to file the statement of working under Indian patent law justifies the grant of a compulsory license. It objectively analyses statutory provisions and…
This post reviews an IPAB decision on whether combining known elements in switch gears meets the inventive step requirement in Indian patent law. The case clarifies the threshold…