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Cool interim order for ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent, but Competitor’s airport deals allowed to continue

The Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction in favor of ITW GSE APS, restraining Dabico Airport Solutions from infringing on ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent during the pending suit. ITW’s PCA units, featuring advanced VFDs controlled by a central controller, are recognized globally. Dabico’s challenges were dismissed, leading to the injunction and a mandated turnover disclosure. Continue Reading Cool interim order for ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent, but Competitor’s airport deals allowed to continue

July 22, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 411Views 2Likes

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Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standards

The Madras High Court dismissed an appeal challenging the rejection of a patent for an eco-friendly lamp made from panchagavya and traditional herbal leaves. The court upheld the decision, citing traditional knowledge and lack of inventive step. Continue Reading Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standards

July 17, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents, Traditional Knowledge 0Comment 546Views 1Like

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Court balances Hygieia’s patent application after IPO disbalances it under section 59

The Madras High Court has set aside the refusal of Hygieia Inc.’s patent application, highlighting the need for proper consideration of amended claims. The court emphasized the importance of interpreting claims in conjunction with their specifications and has directed a re-examination of the application by a different controller within six months. Continue Reading Court balances Hygieia’s patent application after IPO disbalances it under section 59

July 15, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 365Views 2Likes

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“Focus on technology, not semantics” says court in case involving gene technology

The Madras High Court ruled in favor of Toyota, overturning the patent office’s refusal to grant a patent for a gene increasing plant biomass and seed production. The court emphasized the importance of scientific aspects over language semantics and directed a review within six months. Continue Reading “Focus on technology, not semantics” says court in case involving gene technology

July 13, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 335Views 1Like

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Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 28th to July 5th)

27th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (5th July 2024) features 1,957 patent publications, 930 grants, and 780 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 28th to July 5th)

July 12, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patent & Design Statistics, Patents 0Comment 271Views 0Like

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Court Cranks the Clock Back on Opposed Crankshaft Patent Refusal

The Madras High Court remanded Pinnacle Engines Inc.’s patent application for their opposed piston engine, addressing inventive features overlooked by the Assistant Controller of Patents. The court emphasized the significance of the crank offset and opposite crankshaft rotation in reducing friction and vibration, directing a reassessment by a different officer. Continue Reading Court Cranks the Clock Back on Opposed Crankshaft Patent Refusal

July 10, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 358Views 1Like

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Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack

The Delhi High Court confirmed the refusal of Mahesh Gupta’s patent application for a Portable Vehicle Management System, citing the lack of an inventive step in light of prior arts D4 and D5. The decision underscores important principles of patentability, including mosaicing, hindsight bias, and the criteria for non-obviousness. Continue Reading Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack

July 9, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 385Views 0Like

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Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 21st to 28th)

26th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (28th June 2024) features 1,034 patent publications, 920 grants, and 607 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 21st to 28th)

July 5, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patent & Design Statistics, Patents 0Comment 365Views 0Like

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PATENT AND TRADEMARK AGENT EXAMINATIONS 2025 - DATES ANNOUNCED

Announcement: Patent and Trademark Agent Examinations 2025 by Indian IP Office

The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has released the schedule for the Trade Marks Agent Examination and Patent Agent Examination for 2025. These examinations are crucial for individuals aiming to become registered intellectual property agents. The exams will take place in various cities across India on 4th and 5th January 2025. Continue Reading Announcement: Patent and Trademark Agent Examinations 2025 by Indian IP Office

July 4, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents, Trademarks 0Comment 4721Views 1Like

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‘Controller under an obligation to inform inventor’ says Madras High Court

This post examines two crucial orders from the Madras High Court regarding patent refusals, highlighting the necessity for Controllers to provide detailed and well-reasoned orders. The cases of Nihon Onkyo Engineering Co. Ltd. and Qualcomm Incorporated demonstrate the importance of clarity in refusal decisions to facilitate judicial review and ensure transparency. Continue Reading ‘Controller under an obligation to inform inventor’ says Madras High Court

July 3, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 341Views 1Like

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Cool interim order for ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent, but Competitor’s airport deals allowed to continue

Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standards

Court balances Hygieia’s patent application after IPO disbalances it under section 59

“Focus on technology, not semantics” says court in case involving gene technology

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 28th to July 5th)

Court Cranks the Clock Back on Opposed Crankshaft Patent Refusal

Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 21st to 28th)

Announcement: Patent and Trademark Agent Examinations 2025 by Indian IP Office

‘Controller under an obligation to inform inventor’ says Madras High Court

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