The Madras High Court held that delays in filing a request for examination can be condoned under exceptional circumstances, particularly when caused by agent errors. This case highlights both the strict nature of Indian patent timelines and the judiciary’s role in allowing limited flexibility.
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New Notification: Change In the Format of Patent Application Numbers
The Indian Patent Office has introduced a new standardized format for patent application and examination request numbers, effective from 1 January 2016. This change aims to unify and streamline the patent application process across all Indian jurisdictions.
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