206 articles
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…
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…
The post analyses an IPAB decision on the patentability of a chaos theoretical exponent value calculation system under Section 3(k) of the Indian Patents Act. It discusses the…
This article explores the strategy behind patenting Jamun-based ayurvedic compositions under Indian law. It critically assesses traditional knowledge exclusions and the requirements for novelty in patent claims.
The post analyses how loss of a patent priority right can impact subsequent applications and details restoration procedures under the PCT, EPO, and US systems. It stresses that…
This post explains the necessary forms and procedural requirements for filing a patent application in India, with emphasis on e-filing and legal documentation. It covers essential compliance steps…
The post provides a detailed analysis of the criteria for patentability of biotechnology inventions in India, focusing on statutory exclusions and legal requirements. It further outlines how industrial…
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…
Patents in India have gained importance as drivers of innovation and business value over the past decade. The Indian patent system, while still evolving, has improved in efficiency…
This post analyses whether Rajinikanth's unique methods could be patented under Indian law. It discusses process patentability, statutory exclusions, and the mental steps doctrine in an objective, legal-academic…