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Delhi High Court issues injunction against Software Piracy

Software giant Bentley Systems successfully obtained an injunction from the Delhi High Court against a company for copyright infringement of its software programs. This case highlights the legal recourse available to software companies in India to protect their intellectual property. Continue Reading Delhi High Court issues injunction against Software Piracy

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Copyrights, Intellectual Property, Open Source Licensing, Software March 9, 2024 623Views 0Like

Objections regarding insufficiency of disclosure in patent applications must be clear and unambiguous

The Delhi High Court recently ruled that the Indian Patent Office (IPO) must clearly and unambiguously articulate objections to patent applications. This case involved Microsoft’s patent application for “Discovery of Secure Network Enclaves,” which was rejected by the IPO for lacking inventive step and violating disclosure requirements. The Court found the IPO’s objections to be ambiguous and procedurally irregular, thereby stressing on fair hearings and proper communication during the patent examination process. Continue Reading Objections regarding insufficiency of disclosure in…

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents March 8, 2024 305Views 0Like

Courts Weigh on Inordinate Delay in Patent Orders and Scope of Claim Amendments

Delhi and Madras High Courts overturned patent refusals for ‘Theta Defensins’ and due to a 6-year delay, setting precedents on amendments and timely decisions. Continue Reading Courts Weigh on Inordinate Delay in Patent Orders and Scope of Claim Amendments

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents March 7, 2024 317Views 0Like

PSITA is not omniscient, says Madras High Court. Overturns refusal order in favour of Microsoft.

The Madras High Court has overturned a Patent Office decision that rejected Microsoft’s patent application for “Message Communication of Sensor and other Data.” The Court clarified that the “person skilled in the art” (PSITA) used to assess the inventive step is not omniscient and cannot be presumed to possess the inventive solution claimed in the patent. Continue Reading PSITA is not omniscient, says Madras High Court. Overturns refusal order in favour of Microsoft.

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents March 6, 2024 439Views 0Like

Injunction against use of Kalyan and Kalyan Jewellers Trademarks

Kalyan Jewellers successfully defended its trademarks ‘Kalyan’ and ‘Kalyan Jewellers’ against cybersquatting through a recent Madras High Court ruling. The Court ordered the transfer of the infringing domain name “kalyanjewellers.com” to Kalyan Jewellers after the WIPO arbitration panel couldn’t decide on the case due to the requirement of proving bad faith. Continue Reading Injunction against use of Kalyan and Kalyan Jewellers Trademarks

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks March 5, 2024 577Views 0Like

Court orders Meesho to display Seller Information and comply with Ecommerce Rules

The Delhi High Court recently ordered Meesho, a popular e-commerce platform, to display full seller information and comply with E-Commerce rules. This decision comes after a copyright infringement case filed by a clothing brand, Abhi Traders, against Meesho and several unknown sellers who were using Abhi Traders’ copyrighted designs and images without permission. The Court highlighted the importance of e-commerce platforms taking responsibility to prevent copyright infringement and ensuring transparency by displaying seller information. Continue Reading Court orders Meesho to…

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Copyrights, e-Commerce Law, Intellectual Property March 5, 2024 890Views 0Like

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (February 23rd to March 1st)

9th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (1st March 2024) features 1,529 patent publications, 3,341 grants, and 735 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (February 23rd to March 1st)

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patent & Design Statistics, Patents March 5, 2024 353Views 0Like

Trademark refusal without notice and ‘40’ suffix similarity

Recent rulings spotlight service notice issues and trademark similarity. The Delhi High Court addresses ‘HP-40 vs WD-40’ similarity and rectifies an opposition notice lapse for ‘ASLI AMLA, SIRF DABUR AMLA’. Continue Reading Trademark refusal without notice and ‘40’ suffix similarity

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks March 4, 2024 368Views 0Like

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (February 16th to 23rd)

8th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (23rd February 2024) features 2,222 patent publications, 2,883 grants, and 922 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (February 16th to 23rd)

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patent & Design Statistics, Patents March 4, 2024 453Views 0Like

Trademark removal only after notice, and Fly Hi/Timespro Injunctions

Recent trademark cases include injunctions against ‘Fly Hi’ and ‘Timespro’ by the Delhi High Court, and a pivotal Bombay High Court decision on renewal notices for trademark removal. These cases highlight the courts’ proactive stance in protecting registered trademarks and ensuring proper procedural adherence for trademark renewal and removal, emphasizing the importance of timely legal action. Continue Reading Trademark removal only after notice, and Fly Hi/Timespro Injunctions

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks March 1, 2024 496Views 0Like

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Delhi High Court issues injunction against Software Piracy

Objections regarding insufficiency of disclosure in patent applications must be clear and unambiguous

Courts Weigh on Inordinate Delay in Patent Orders and Scope of Claim Amendments

PSITA is not omniscient, says Madras High Court. Overturns refusal order in favour of Microsoft.

Injunction against use of Kalyan and Kalyan Jewellers Trademarks

Court orders Meesho to display Seller Information and comply with Ecommerce Rules

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (February 23rd to March 1st)

Trademark refusal without notice and ‘40’ suffix similarity

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (February 16th to 23rd)

Trademark removal only after notice, and Fly Hi/Timespro Injunctions

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