Patent Filing Requirements in India
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…
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Patentability of Biotechnology Inventions in India
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…
Patentability 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…
The Progress and Value of Patents in India
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…
Are Rajinikanth’s Methods Patentable?
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…
Patents and Women – Presentation by Ms. Vinita Radhakrishnan at IIM – Ahmedabad
Ms. Vinita Radhakrishnan’s talk at IIM Ahmedabad analysed women’s roles in Indian patents, research, and innovation. She explored trends in women’s participation in science, technology, and entrepreneurship, offering…
Pharma Patent Search – A Challenging Task
Pharma patent search is a complex task due to the dense patent landscape and commonality of incremental innovations. This post details a structured approach to conducting thorough pharmaceutical…
Prior Art Search and Drafting Patents
This article explores the importance of prior art search and drafting in the Indian patent process. It objectively evaluates both the benefits and drawbacks, highlighting the strategic role…
Abbott’s HIV Drug Patent “Not an Invention”
The Indian Patent Office has rejected Abbott’s application for an HIV drug patent, finding no inventive step in the claimed composition. This decision highlights the robust scrutiny applied…
Shielding Patent Attacks – A Peek at Patent Defenses in India
This post explores the main defenses to patent infringement under Indian law, including research, Bolar exemption, government use, and parallel imports. It offers a structured analysis of how…