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Claim Amendments within the Scope of Patent Specification are Permissible, the Delhi High Court reiterates

The Delhi High Court has reaffirmed that claim amendments falling within the scope of the original patent specification are permissible under Indian law. The judgment provides clarity on Section 59(1) of the Patents Act and sets important precedent for future patent amendment cases.

Sufficiency of Disclosure – Ericsson vs Lava – Part X

The Delhi High Court’s decision in Ericsson vs Lava addresses sufficiency of disclosure under the Patents Act. The Court found Ericsson’s patents to be sufficiently disclosed, rejecting Lava’s revocation claims.

Patentability Requirements in India

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 practical considerations in patent grant and validity assessments.

Case Review: Garaware v. Techfeb

This case review analyses the Garware v Techfeb patent, focusing on the specification’s drafting and the relevance of prior art. The post raises questions about the invention’s novelty and examines the omission of gabion systems in the background section.

Guidelines for Writing an Abstract from the Indian Patent Office

This post analyses the Indian Patent Office’s abstract guidelines, referencing the Patent Act and Rules. It explains the mandatory components, verification process, and the significance of accurate abstracts in patent searches. The discussion underscores recent procedural changes for enhanced clarity and compliance.

Drafting a Patent Specification

This post analyses the process of drafting a patent specification under Indian law, detailing the required sections, claim drafting, and legal considerations. It serves as a practical guide for inventors and patent professionals seeking quality patent protection.

Patent Law-Basics of Patent Process- A PPT by Somashekar Ramakrishna at NLSIU

The following presentation was delivered by Mr. Somashekar Ramakrishna, Partner BananaIP Counsels, at National Law School of India University, Bangalore (NLSIU), as a part of...