When Alexander Graham Bell died in 1922, every telephone in North America went silent for one full minute. Millions of people, many of whom had never seen his face, stopped to...
Innovation, Patents & Business Lessons from the Man Who Electrified an Industry
The Biswanath Prasad Radhey Shyam v. Hindustan Metal Industries case is a cornerstone in Indian patent law, particularly for evaluating inventive step.
Ferid Allani v. Union of India is more than a legal footnote. It’s a guidepost for innovators navigating the tricky waters of software patents in India.
Monsanto Technology LLC v. Nuziveedu Seeds is more than a patent dispute; it’s a guidebook for how India treats biotech patents in the context of plant variety protection.
Merck Sharp & Dohme v. Glenmark Pharmaceuticals is more than a patent dispute; it’s a blueprint for understanding how Indian courts handle injunctions in life-saving drug cases.
Roche v Cipla is not just a legal case - it’s a blueprint for balancing innovation and public good. The Indian courts sent a clear message: patents are powerful, but they...
The Natco licence didn’t just make Nexavar cheaper - it sent a signal that India’s patent system could flex to serve both innovation and humanity.
Novartis AG v. Union of India wasn’t just a legal setback for one company - it was a defining moment in how India views pharmaceutical innovation.
Sharing my journey as an intellectual property professional passionate about innovation, research, and policy - bridging technology, law, and development to turn ideas into impact!
Form 31 is the new Indian patent form to claim the 12-month “grace period” under Section 31 - allowing filing despite certain prior public disclosures.
Form 30 under the Indian Patents Rules is the miscellaneous form used for communications or requests when no specific form is prescribed - this article explains its scope, usage...
Form 29 is the formal request for voluntary withdrawal of a patent application in India - this article explains its statutory basis, procedure, refund implications, drafting...
Form 28 is the declaration for claiming small entity, startup, or educational institution status in Indian patent proceedings - this article explains its law, contents, timing...
Form 27 is the statutory “Statement of Working” for Indian patents — this article explains its legal basis, new rules, format, compliance, and strategic tips.
Form 26 is the legally prescribed power of attorney in Indian patent law - this article explains its statutory basis, contents, timing, revocation and best practices.
Form 25 is used in India to seek prior permission (Foreign Filing Licence) for filing a patent application outside India under Section 39; this article explains its law, procedure...
Form 24 permits a review or setting aside of a Controller’s decision under the Patents Act; this article explains its scope, procedure, grounds, and strategic tips.
Form 23 is the prescribed application under the Indian Patents Rules for restoration of a Patent Agent’s name to the Register after removal; this article explains the legal...
A clear, step-by-step guide to Form 22 under the Indian Patents Act - eligibility, process, documents, and fees for registration as a patent agent.
Form 21 is the prescribed route under Indian law to seek termination of a compulsory licence; this blog explains its statutory basis, drafting essentials, procedure, jurisprudence...