We are pleased to share that members of Mehta & Mehta Associates (MehtaIP) – Ankush Mehta and Abhilasha Niroola have been named in the 2021 edition of WIPR Leaders. Profiling the leading IP practitioners from around the world, WIPR Leaders consists of a directory of entrants. All Leaders were chosen after a four month nomination process, in which WIPR sought views from 12,000 IP professionals.
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With the Tribunal Reforms Ordinance of 2021, Appellate Boards for IP matters have been replaced by High Court
The President of India has promulgated the Tribunals Reforms (Rationalisation and Conditions of Service) Ordinance, 2021 on 04 April 2021 (“Ordinance”). The Ordinance has been brought to effect immediately.
In the context of Intellectual Property Laws, the present Ordinance has omitted references to “the Appellate Board” and substituted the same with the words “High Court” as applicable under the following statues:
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The Hon’ble Supreme Court of India had previously by their order dated 27 March 2020 had extended all deadlines for legal matters since 15 March 2020 till further order. Now, in view of changing scenario with regards to COVID19 in India, the Hon’ble Court via their order dated 08 March 2021 has now decided to end absolute extension of legal deadlines.
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IPR Workshop at NABI, Mohali
Dr. Ramesh Kr. Mehta of Mehta & Mehta Associates (MehtaIP) was recently invited by National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) to speak on “Innovation in Biotechnology: Perspective of Patent Attorney” and interact with NABI and Center of Innovative and Applied Bioprocessing (CIAB)’s scientists on IP related Matters as part of their IPR Workshop held at NABI, Mohali. A few glimpses of the interactive session with NABI and CIAB’s scientists:
Continue reading “IPR Workshop at NABI, Mohali”Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an Inventor: Indian Perspective
The domain of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing and finding new utility frequently. It continues to overhaul on how to approach and solve problems in a wide variety of fields.
Continue reading “Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an Inventor: Indian Perspective”Further amendments to Patent Rules Proposed
Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) published further amendments to Patent Rules in Gazette of India on 04 December 2019. Draft was open for submitting objections and suggestions from public for 30 day period which expires on 04 January 2019. Continue reading “Further amendments to Patent Rules Proposed”
STEPS BY IPO – PROGRESSIVE INITIATIVES
The Indian Patent Office [IPO] has been tirelessly working over past few years to streamline patent process, clear backlog and become user friendly. Continue reading “STEPS BY IPO – PROGRESSIVE INITIATIVES”
Announcement – Recognition by ‘International Advisory Experts’
We are pleased to share that the International Advisory Experts have recognized Mehta & Mehta Associates (MehtaIP), Gurgaon, India as a ‘Boutique IP award winner’ within India and Mr. Ankush Mehta, Principal Attorney has been listed as an advisor / expert for his practice and expertise on Patent, Designs and Trademark services in India. Continue reading “Announcement – Recognition by ‘International Advisory Experts’”
The Act and the Rules have to expressly reflect the legislative intent to permit relaxation of time limits
The Delhi High Court has in a recent order clarified certain aspects of rule 138 of the Patents Rules of India. Continue reading “The Act and the Rules have to expressly reflect the legislative intent to permit relaxation of time limits”
IPO calls for comments on the issues relating to working of patents from stakeholders
In view of certain issues being raised regarding the provisions of working of patents and filing of working statements under the Patent Act, 1970, Indian Patent Office [IPO] has decided to have a consultation meeting with the stakeholders to receive feedback and further streamline procedures in this regard. Continue reading “IPO calls for comments on the issues relating to working of patents from stakeholders”
