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Can a delay in filing a PCT National Phase application in India be condoned? An interesting case on Rule 138 of The Patent Rules, 2003 (Amendment 2016)

This post discusses a Delhi High Court decision on whether the delay in filing a PCT national phase patent application in India can be condoned under Rule 138. The analysis centres on the judicial interpretation of the Controller’s powers and the consequences of non-compliance by subordinate authorities.

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This week’s patent news analyses PCT national phase delay condonation, patent statistics, and notable innovations from Indian startups. The post also reviews significant court rulings and provides expert legal insights on patent post dating.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 3

This article provides an analytical overview of patent filings by foreign applicants in India over the past decade, including key trends and contributors. It objectively reviews statistical data, focusing on the role of the USA and other leading countries in shaping India’s patent landscape.