The patentability of computer-related inventions (CRIs) has long been a fervently discussed issue worldwide. The Delhi High Court, the Intellectual Property Appellate Board […]
Revised CRI guidelines and patentability of algorithms
Updates
Online pharmacies in India
Co-authored by Pankaj Musyuni Increased globalisation and health awareness, along with the ease with which patients can self-diagnose and -medicate, has led to […]
Prior use trounces unsubstantiated trans-border reputation
After the Whirlpool Judgment, the Indian courts have been quite consistent in recognizing the trans-border reputation of a trademark thereby granting an injunction […]
Latest guidelines for examination of computer-related inventions
A draft version of the computer-related inventions (CRI) guidelines was first published by the Indian Patent Office (IPO) on June 28 2013. The […]
An Indian perspective on the valuation of intellectual property
The term ‘valuation’ refers to the assessment of technology in regard to market requirements for a business, and is considered to be an integral part of […]
Expedited examination fast-tracks patent grants in India
The grant of a patent in India usually takes a time period of 3-4 years or more. Normally, the process of grant for […]
Software-Patentability Test in United States- Federal-Circuit Offers Clarification
Adjudications by Federal Circuit (United States) last year in respect of software related patents clarifies the test as had propounded in wake of […]
Unconventional trademarks: An Indian perspective
Co-authored by Shilpi Jain Protection and enforcement of unconventional trademarks such as colors, shapes, sounds, motions, smells, and tastes has always been a […]
Section 3(d) Of The Patents Act, 1970 (As Amended): A Deeming Provision!
Ambiguous and inconsistent standards regarding interpretation of Section 3(d) of the Patents Act, 1970, as amended by the Patents (Amendment) Act, 2005, a […]
The concept of inventive step in India
Defining inventive step William James once said: “Genius means little more than the faculty of perceiving in an unhabitual way.” His observation seems particularly apposite in the context […]