Divisional Applications cannot exceed scope of Parent Application: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has clarified that divisional applications under the Patents Act must not exceed the scope of the parent application and require plurality of inventions in the original claims. This decision reinforces the primacy of claims in determining the scope of patent protection.

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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 amendments aim to centralise patent dispute resolution and enhance judicial efficiency in India.

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