Panacea of the People for More than Two Centuries
This post analyses the rise and regulation of patent medicines, trademarked drug compounds popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. It examines their societal impact, the dangers they…
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Exclusive Marketing Rights and Stronger Patent Regime
This post examines India's transition to a TRIPS-compliant patent regime, focusing on Exclusive Marketing Rights and the Mailbox Provision. It outlines legislative changes that facilitated the shift from…
Chapter VI. Compulsory Licensing & Local Working – Comprehending Apprehending or Apprehending Comprehension?
This post examines compulsory licensing in India, with emphasis on the local working requirement and its interpretation under Indian patent law. It discusses the legal debates surrounding the…
Cross-Border Patent Protection
Patent protection is territorial, so applicants must file in each country where rights are needed. This post outlines routes for cross-border patent protection, including direct filing, Paris Convention,…
The Right Time and Means to Publish a Patent Application
This article discusses the legal timeline and methods for publishing a patent application in India. It covers statutory requirements, exceptions, early publication, and the implications for applicants and…
Denial of Opportunity to be Heard Violates Principle of Natural Justice
The IPAB set aside a patent rejection after finding that Ericsson was denied a proper opportunity to be heard. The decision reaffirms that natural justice is central to…
“Children, Don’t Just Invent, File Patents!”
The post celebrates Children’s Day by showcasing Sydney Dittman, a young inventor who patented an aid for disabled individuals. It emphasises the value of patenting children’s inventions and…
Reverse Engineering is Legitimated by Reason: Sega v. Accolade
This post examines Sega v Accolade, a pivotal case on reverse engineering and copyright law. It discusses how courts balanced fair use with copyright protection, highlighting the rationale…
Patent War: Is the US Arm-twisting India?
This post examines the ongoing India US patent dispute, focusing on TRIPS compliance and contentious issues in pharmaceutical and software patents. It analyses whether US pressure may result…
Patently Asia – A Drug War!
This post analyses Japanese patents on kratom-derived painkillers and their roots in Southeast Asian traditional medicine. It raises questions on innovation, intellectual property, and the absence of benefit…