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…
35th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (1st September 2023) features 2,734 patent publications, 1,988 grants, and 360 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent & Design Stats: Weekly Update Aug 25 – Sep 1, 2023
Date: August 30, 2023
The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trade Marks has released a formal public notice with the objective of soliciting suggestions and comments for the revision of current manuals and guidelines. This also includes the issuance of new guidelines for Patents, Designs, Trade Marks, Geographical Indications, and Copyrights.
Who May Participate
The invitation for input extends to all interested parties, including patent and trademark holders, designers, legal experts, academics, and professionals in industries governed by…
34th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (25th August 2023) features 724 patent publications, 1,643 grants, and 319 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent & Design Stats: Weekly Update Aug 18-25, 2023
In the world of cinema, especially in a country as diverse and film-centric as India, the legal intricacies surrounding movie rights play a significant role in the industry's functioning. From satellite rights to digital rights, the manner in which these rights are assigned or transferred often leads to disputes, necessitating clarity from the judiciary. Here at BananaIP Counsels, we bring to you a collection of recent judgments from the Madras High Court that shed light on such complexities, specifically in…
In today's world, our personal information is often shared and stored online. It's important to know how this information is protected and what rights we have if someone misuses it. Here at BananaIP Counsels, we're sharing recent cases from India that deal with these issues. These cases will help you understand what the law says about data protection and privacy.
Data privacy violation by ex-employee:
Ex-employee injuncted from using the prior employer's client and pricing data, and the commission was appointed…
33rd issue of the Indian Patent Journal (18th August 2023) features 755 patent publications, 1,214 grants, and 308 registered designs. Continue Reading Weekly Patent and Industrial Design Statistics –11th August 2023 to 18th August 2023
32nd issue of the Indian Patent Journal (11th August 2023) features 884 patent applications, 1,435 grants, and 324 registered designs. Continue Reading Weekly Patent and Industrial Design Statistics – 4th August 2023 to 11th August 2023
31st issue of the Indian Patent Journal (4th August 2023) features 666 patent applications, 1,638 grants, and 314 registered designs. Continue Reading Weekly Patent and Industrial Design Statistics – 28th July 2023 to 4th August 2023
In the 30th issue of the Indian Patent Journal dated 28-July-2023, the patent office published 520 applications along with 1,227 patent grants. The design office registered a total of 331 designs. Continue Reading Weekly Patent and Industrial Design Statistics – 21st July 2023 to 28th July 2023