Patent rights protected despite NBA approval delay, with fresh examination directed.
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Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standards
The Madras High Court dismissed an appeal seeking patent protection for a cow dung lamp, finding it ineligible due to reliance on traditional knowledge and lack of inventive step. The judgment offers clarity on the application of Section 3(p) and inventive step analysis under Indian patent law.
Read more about Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standardsNote on the WIPO Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources, and Associated Traditional Knowledge
The WIPO Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources, and Associated Traditional Knowledge seeks to enhance transparency and fairness in the patent system. It establishes disclosure requirements and safeguards for genetic resources and traditional knowledge within international intellectual property law.
Read more about Note on the WIPO Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources, and Associated Traditional KnowledgeAccessibility in Delhi High Court IP Division Rules, 2021
The Delhi High Court IP Division Rules, 2021 introduce explicit provisions for accessibility, ensuring reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. These measures are expected to enhance equal participation in IP proceedings and set a significant precedent for other Indian legal forums.
Read more about Accessibility in Delhi High Court IP Division Rules, 2021Indian IP Laws to Protect Traditional Culture and Folklore
This post examines the complexities of using Indian IP laws to protect traditional culture and folklore. It offers a structured legal analysis of policy options and the balance between preservation and creativity, highlighting the roles of both IP and non-IP frameworks.
Read more about Indian IP Laws to Protect Traditional Culture and FolklorePatentability of Yoga- An Analysis
The post analyses the patentability of yoga under Indian law, stressing the importance of traditional knowledge documentation. It discusses the challenges India faces in protecting yoga and preventing misuse through patents abroad.
Read more about Patentability of Yoga- An AnalysisBiodiversity law requirement of NBA Approval for Indian herbal companies
This article reviews the necessity of NBA approval for Indian herbal companies under the Biodiversity Act, especially after the Divya Pharmacy judgement. It outlines the legal framework governing access, benefit sharing, and patent applications involving biological resources.
Read more about Biodiversity law requirement of NBA Approval for Indian herbal companiesAccessibility of Science to Persons with Blindness: Miles and Miles To Go
The article explores the barriers faced by persons with blindness in accessing scientific resources and information in India. It discusses legal developments, institutional challenges, and the need for targeted policies and collaborative initiatives to improve accessibility in science education and research.
Read more about Accessibility of Science to Persons with Blindness: Miles and Miles To GoTraditional Knowledge: Use or Misuse?
This post scrutinises allegations of traditional knowledge misuse in the Colgate herbal dentifrice patent case. It provides an objective legal perspective on patentability, policy measures, and the role of the TKDL in protecting traditional knowledge.
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CSIR has obtained a US patent for a composition derived from cow’s urine, aimed at protecting and repairing DNA from oxidative damage. This development showcases the integration of Indian traditional knowledge with modern scientific research.
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