
Delhi High Court Highlights Basis For Assessing Patentable Subject Matter Eligibility Of Computer Related Inventions
In the case, Blackberry Limited v the Controller of Patents and Design, Blackberry Limited (Blackberry) challenged an impugned order issued against its Indian patent application (application) for an invention relating to enhance user interaction with multimedia devices and autofill media files based on available...

Madras HC Favors Microsoft, Reaffirms Delhi HC’s Patentability for Software
In its first decision on the patentability of computer programs, the Madras High Court clarified how software-based inventions can be patentable by showcasing technical effect and without the need for novel/inventive hardware.
In the case Microsoft Technology Licensing LLC v Assistant Controller of Patents &...

IPO Publishes Draft Revised Guidelines for Examination of Computer-Related Inventions
On March 25, 2025, the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks (CGPDTM) released the Draft Guidelines for Examination of Computer-Related Inventions (CRI), 2025 (Draft 2025 Guidelines) for public consultation, inviting stakeholders and the larger public to submit their suggestions by April 15, 2025....