Gemology — India Patent Cases
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Sonani Industries Pvt. Ltd v.Galactica Processing Technologies Llp
Sonani Industries challenged an impugned High Court order regarding its patent rights concerning Diamond Holding Devices. The Supreme Court conditionally dismissed the Special Leave Petition, finding that the petitioner's interests were protected while directing parties to resolve the underlying suit and post-grant objections within specified timelines.
Galatea Ltd. v.The Controller of Patents
Galatea Ltd. appealed a rejection by the Indian Patent Office regarding its national phase application for 'A method for evaluation of a gemstone'. The rejection was based on lack of inventive step and insufficient disclosure, despite multiple pre-grant oppositions citing prior art. The Madras High Court set aside the impugned order, directing that the patent proceed to grant after specific amendments were made to address clarity issues.
Galatea Ltd v.Diyora And Bhanderi Corporation
Galatea Ltd filed a suit seeking protection against the infringement of its patent (No. 271425), which covers automated technology for locating inclusions in rough diamonds. The plaintiffs claimed their invention revolutionized the diamond industry by providing accurate 3D imaging and cutting plans to maximize stone value. While the court found that the plaintiffs failed to establish a prima facie case sufficient for granting a temporary injunction, it issued specific interim restraints against the defendants regarding bubble removal devices and sales of infringing machines.
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