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April 8, 2025
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Interpretation of Method Claim under Section 3(m) by Madras High Court – Robert Bosch Limited v. The Deputy Controller of Patents and Designs

Introduction The Indian Patents Act, 1970 states the inventions that are not eligible to be patented in India under Section 3. Section 3(m) states, a “mere scheme or rule or method of performing mental act or method of playing game [is not an invention].” Recently, in Robert Bosch Limited v. Deputy Controller of Patents and […]

November 8, 2024
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Ensuring Patent Claim Integrity: Options for Correcting Errors in Indian Patent Applications

Background In patent applications, precise and accurate claims are vital, as they define the boundaries of protection the patent will offer. Yet, clerical errors occasionally appear, ranging from minor spelling or grammatical mistakes to misstatements in technical parameters. Correcting these errors is crucial because they can impact a patent’s scope, and sometimes even its enforceability. […]