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BananaIP's Comments on DPIIT's Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2023

Comments on Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2023 – Submitted by BananaIP’s Patent Attorneys

BananaIP Counsels has recently submitted its comments and suggestions to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) concerning the Proposed Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2023. The comments submitted are detailed below. You may also download an accessible PDF version of the comments here - Detailed Comments and Suggestions on Proposed Amendments to Patents Rules 2003 Detailed Comments and Suggestions: Proposed Draft Amendment Rules, 2023 Submitted to: The Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce and…

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Announcing Trademark Job Opening at BananaIP: Position for Trademark Associate with at least 2 years experience

Join BananaIP’s dynamic Trademark Department in Bangalore! Apply now for exciting opportunities in trademark filing and prosecution. Experience a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. Continue Reading Announcing Trademark Job Opening at BananaIP: Position for Trademark Associate with at least 2 years experience

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Accelerate Your Patent Journey: Join BananaIP's Discussion Forum on "Getting a Patent in One Year"

Accelerate Your Patent Journey: Join BananaIP’s Discussion Forum on “Getting a Patent in One Year”

Join BananaIP Counsels’ discussion forum on ‘Getting a Patent in One Year’ for startups, SMEs, and innovators. Learn strategies to expedite patent grants in India and leverage IP for business growth. Register now! Continue Reading Accelerate Your Patent Journey: Join BananaIP’s Discussion Forum on “Getting a Patent in One Year”

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Exciting Job Openings in BananaIP's Patent Department - Join Our Dynamic Team Today!

Exciting Job Openings in BananaIP’s Patent Department – Join Our Dynamic Team Today!

Join BananaIP’s dynamic Patent Department in Bangalore! Apply now for exciting opportunities in patent drafting with a focus on IT, Software, and AI. Experience a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. Continue Reading Exciting Job Openings in BananaIP’s Patent Department – Join Our Dynamic Team Today!

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BananaIP Counsels and Telangana AI Mission Collaborate for an Exclusive AI-focused IPR Session

BananaIP Counsels and Telangana AI Mission Collaborate for an Exclusive AI-focused IPR Session

Discover the exclusive AI-focused IPR session hosted by BananaIP Counsels in collaboration with Telangana AI Mission, empowering AI startups with valuable IP insights and strategies for business growth. Continue Reading BananaIP Counsels and Telangana AI Mission Collaborate for an Exclusive AI-focused IPR Session

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Unlock the Power of Branding: A Discussion on Trademark Registration for MSMEs and Start-Ups

Unlock the Power of Branding: A Discussion on Trademark Registration for MSMEs and Start-Ups

Learn how to unlock the power of branding with our exclusive discusssion on Trademark Registration for MSMEs and Start-Ups. Join senior partner Sanjeeth Hegde from BananaIP Counsels at our head office in Bangalore on February 17th, 2023, and gain insight into brand building dynamics, the importance of trademarks, and how to get one. This event is catered to key decision makers in FMCG, IT, Electronics, Electrical, Telecom, and Mechanical industries and there are limited seats available – register now! Continue…

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Latest Patent Cases in 2022 – Part 1

This running post provides a summary of the latest patent cases decided by courts in India in 2022: MSN Laboratories Pvt. Ltd v. Novartis Ag. The present suit was an appeal filed before the High Court of Telangana against an ad interim injunction order passed by the City Civil Court, Hyderabad. The lower court held that the Novartis Ag had established prima facie case of infringement against MSN Laboratories Private Limited. Novartis Ag filed the suit concerning a novel and inventive…

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Why the name BananaIP

Why the Name BananaIP? Why Not?

"Are you the Bananas?" the client asked, laughing loudly when we entered. "Yes, we are," I said, laughing with her. Almost every one laughs when we introduce ourselves for the first time. "Hi, I am from BananaIP." "Where did you say you are from? Ha Ha Ha" They can't help laughing. One even went to the extent of proclaiming, "Who in the right frame of mind calls an IP firm Banana!" "Me," I said instantly, summoning all my energies to…

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Fast Registrations, Trump, Beer, Brand Licensing, Ikea v. Aikya & more

  This weekly update on Trademarks and Geographical Indications (GI) is brought to you by the Trademark experts of BananaIP (BIP) Counsels. TRADEMARK THOUGHT OF THE WEEK “A great trademark is appropriate, dynamic, distinctive, memorable and unique” - Primo Angeli TRADEMARK STATS FROM THE INDIAN TRADEMARK OFFICE, BETWEEN 16th FEBRUARY 2017 TO 21st FEBRUARY 2017 The Trademark office has been very busy during the last week. They have taken several actions with respect to the trademark process. Total Trademark applications examined by the Trademark Office: 8399 …

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