The 20-Year Patent Term from the Date of Filing is Constitutionally Valid
The Calcutta High Court has upheld the constitutional validity of the 20-year patent term from the date of filing under Section 53 of the Patents Act. The judgment…
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Rejecting Patent Applications without Comprehensive Analysis Contradicts Section 2(1)(ja) of the Patents Act, says Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court set aside a patent refusal, holding that applications must be assessed with thorough reasoning under Section 2(1)(ja) of the Patents Act. The judgment stresses…
Where can you file Trademark Rectification Petitions? The Delhi High Court refers the question to a Larger Bench.
The Delhi High Court is reconsidering the proper jurisdiction for filing trademark rectification petitions. The question has been referred to a larger Bench for a definitive decision, with…
Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (January 19th – 26th)
This report analyses Indian patent and design statistics for January 19th to 26th, 2024, with a focus on application trends, grants, and city-wise data. The findings provide a…
The IP Profession: An Ideal Career Path for Persons with Disabilities in India
The IP profession in India presents a promising and accessible career for persons with disabilities. With inclusive guidelines and flexible work options, individuals from diverse backgrounds can excel…
Weekly IP Insights: Essential Updates from BananaIP Counsels
Stay updated with the latest intellectual property news in this week’s IP Insights from BananaIP Counsels. This edition covers major patent, trademark, and dispute resolution updates, along with…
Deciphering Intellectual Property: A Deep Dive into Recent Indian High Court Judgements
This article analyses recent Indian High Court judgements impacting intellectual property law, with a focus on key trademark and patent disputes. The review offers structured insights into the…
Comments on Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2023 – Submitted by BananaIP’s Patent Attorneys
BananaIP Counsels reviews and comments on the Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2023, with detailed legal analysis and practical suggestions. The submission covers divisional applications, grace periods, opposition proceedings,…
Prof. Thammaiah Ramakrishna Scholarship Celebrates It’s First Year
The Prof. Thammaiah Ramakrishna Scholarship by BananaIP Counsels celebrates its first year of fostering future patent attorneys in India. The program offers practical experience and financial support to…
Could an advanced Chat GPT be ‘the person skilled in the art’ for patent prosecution?
This article examines whether an advanced ChatGPT could fulfil the role of ‘person skilled in the art’ for patent prosecution in India. It analyses the legal definition and…