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The Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry is reviewing India’s IP laws to address contemporary needs and stakeholder concerns. This update also covers India’s significant contribution to IBM’s…
The Central Government is set to establish the National Startup Advisory Council to enhance India’s startup ecosystem and support IP protection. This week’s bulletin also covers major patent…
The article presents key patent news, including WIPO's forthcoming Director General appointment and IP5's focus on emerging technologies and AI. It also reviews major patent disputes, industry collaborations,…
The final 2019 issue of the Patent & Design Journal presents a comprehensive overview of Indian patent and design statistics, noting marked decreases in publications and grants. Detailed…
The EPO has ruled that machines cannot be recognized as inventors, marking a significant stance in patent law. Toyota launches an IP Licensing Program, while Michelin pursues a…
The Indian Patent Office set a new milestone by examining 3545 patent applications in one week. This report presents detailed statistics on patent publications, grants, and industrial design…
This bulletin examines a marked increase in early publication of patent applications in India, with city-wise and cumulative statistics. It also covers patent grants, first examination reports, and…
The bulletin discusses the latest IPO-JPO Patent Prosecution Highway guidelines and the new Manual of Patent Office Practice and Procedure. It also includes updates on major patent agreements…
The Union Cabinet’s approval of the Patent Prosecution Highway with Japan marks a notable step for faster patents in India, especially for startups and MSMEs. Additional highlights include…
The bulletin examines Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor’s settlement of a twelve-year patent dispute, alongside key patent news from India and abroad. It also summarizes the USPTO’s latest…