Advancements in India's Intellectual Property Sphere
Anand and Anand: Pioneering AI Technology Protection and Innovative Legal Practices
In the ever-evolving landscape of intellectual property law, Anand and Anand, a leading Indian law firm, has been at the forefront of protecting AI technologies. The firm's patent prosecution practice has witnessed a significant surge, reflecting its commitment to this burgeoning field.
This focus on AI technologies can be traced back to the landmark Ferid Allani case, which paved the way for the protection of computer-implemented inventions in India.
The legal landscape has also undergone transformative changes due to the introduction of case management under the new Commercial Courts Act and the Specialised Intellectual Property Divisions. These reforms have resulted in a dramatic shortening of the lifespan of litigation, making the Indian legal system more efficient and effective.
Anand and Anand's global reach extends beyond Indian borders, as they collaborate with international firms or organizations in their Standard Essential Patent (SEP) practice. This collaboration often involves frequent conference calls to coordinate litigation in multiple jurisdictions, demonstrating the firm's commitment to international cooperation.
However, recent searches for significant cases or initiatives undertaken by Anand and Anand in the past 12 months, as highlighted in the ALB Asia IP Rankings 2025, have not yielded verifiable details. Despite this, the firm has made strides in other areas.
For instance, Anand and Anand has established a Digital Group, complete with an AI Section and a Data Privacy Section, reflecting its forward-thinking approach to the digital age. In collaboration with NASSCOM, the firm has also developed and released 'The Developer's Playbook for Responsible AI in India', further underscoring its commitment to shaping the future of AI in the country.
In the Indian courts, new concepts such as hybrid system for appearances in court, hot tubbing, protem security orders, particularly in SEP cases, have been introduced. Courts in India have also started granting injunctions for patents even ex parte in suitable cases, including for pharmaceutical patents. Quia timit injunctions were granted once regulatory approval was obtained by the generic even before the infringing product was launched.
Moreover, real damages and actual costs have begun to be granted, marking a significant shift in the Indian legal system. These developments underscore the firm's success in advocating for its clients and pushing for progress in the realm of intellectual property law.
While specific details on recent cases or initiatives directly connected to the ALB Asia IP Rankings 2025 could not be provided, the firm's continued innovation and commitment to AI technology protection and other legal practices are evident.
- Anand and Anand's work in AI Technology Protection includes collaborating with international law firms or organizations in their Standard Essential Patent (SEP) practice, involving frequent conference calls to coordinate litigation in multiple jurisdictions.
- The firm has also shown commitment in the digital age by establishing a Digital Group, complete with an AI Section and a Data Privacy Section, and having developed and released 'The Developer's Playbook for Responsible AI in India'.
- In the realm of intellectual property law, courts in India have started employing new concepts, such as granting injunctions for patents ex parte, particularly for pharmaceutical patents, which is a significant shift in the Indian legal system.
- Anand and Anand's advances in other areas, such as litigation efficiency due to the Specialised Intellectual Property Divisions, have been instrumental in making the Indian legal system more efficient and effective in the technology-dominated business landscape.
