The Indian Patent Office and Secrecy Directions
The post provides an analytical overview of secrecy directions by the Indian Patent Office under the Patents Act, 1970. It explains the process, legal provisions, and implications for…
Patents Act 1970
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Computer Related Inventions Examination Guidelines say NO to Software Patents
The February 2016 guidelines clarify that software patents in India are not granted unless connected with novel hardware, in line with section 3k of the Patents Act. These…
Role of a Scientific Advisor/ Expert in Patent litigation
Scientific advisors play a pivotal role in patent litigation by clarifying complex technical issues for the court. Their expertise aids in interpreting patent claims, assessing infringement, and influencing…
Lee Pharma v. AstraZeneca- An unfinished Patent Story
This post examines the Lee Pharma v. AstraZeneca case on compulsory licensing under Indian patent law. The Controller’s decision sheds light on the standards for proving public need,…
PIL, IPO and Statement of Working of Patents
This post explores the statutory requirements for the statement of working of patents in India, assessing the legal provisions and practical challenges faced by the patent office. It…
New Computer Related Inventions Guidelines
The Indian Patent Office has replaced earlier provisions with new Guidelines for Computer Related Inventions, clarifying patentability criteria under section 3k of the Patents Act. The Guidelines provide…
Introduction to Pre-grant & Post-grant Oppositions to Patent Applications
This post provides an analytical overview of pre-grant and post-grant opposition provisions in Indian patent law. It explains the procedural and substantive changes introduced by the Patents (Amendment)…
Drug Humira turns Rheumatic for Abbott Biotechnology
The Indian Patent Office set aside Abbott Biotechnology's Humira patent after Glenmark's pre-grant opposition, citing lack of inventive step and insufficient disclosure. This legal dispute underscores ongoing challenges…
Request for Examination of a Patent Application – Mandatory Requirement in India
Filing a request for examination is a mandatory requirement for patent applications in India. The request must be made within 48 months, using Form-18 and the prescribed fee,…