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Manual of Patent Office Practice and Procedure

Manual of Patent Office Practice and Procedure: BananaIP’s Comments / Suggestions

BananaIP Counsels has recently submitted its comments and suggestions to the Office of Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) with respect to the Manual of Patent Office Practice and Procedure. The Office of CGPTDM had sought comments/suggestions on the existing manuals and guidelines vide a notification dated 30.08.2023. The comments/suggestions submitted are detailed below. You may also download an accessible PDF version of the comments here – Suggestions & Comments on Manual of Patent Office Practice and…
October 6, 2023 Intellectual Property, Patents, Press Release 0Comment 456Views 0Like
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Deciphering India's Design Law - Part 2

Deciphering India’s Design Law: A Series on Noteworthy Judgments (Part 2)

In the second installment of our series on Design Patents in India, BananaIP Counsels presents an analysis of critical judgments that define the scope and interpretation of design law in the country. These rulings offer clarity for stakeholders and contribute significantly to the evolving legal framework surrounding designs. The claim for infringement not established: No Design Infringement of Hipster Alcohol Bottle Design Alcobrew's bottles do not prima facie infringe the registered 'Hipster' bottle design of Diageo says Delhi Court. While rejecting…
September 25, 2023 Case Reviews, Industrial Designs, Intellectual Property 0Comment 586Views 0Like
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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…
September 5, 2023 Accessibility, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 1527Views 0Like
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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
May 16, 2023 Intellectual Property, Job Postings, Trademarks 0Comment 1289Views 0Like
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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”
April 19, 2023 Intellectual Property, IP for Start Ups, Patents 0Comment 563Views 0Like
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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!
April 17, 2023 Intellectual Property, Job Postings, Patents 0Comment 1083Views 0Like
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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
March 29, 2023 Copyrights, Intellectual Property, IP for Start Ups, Software, Trademarks 0Comment 637Views 0Like
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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…
February 8, 2023 Intellectual Property, Press Release, Trademarks 0Comment 762Views 0Like
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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…
April 13, 2022 Case Study, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 5303Views 1Like
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