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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 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…
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…
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…
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…
This post examines key strategies for mitigating patent risks in India, focusing on design around, licensing, and invalidation. It provides legal analysis and practical examples for businesses facing…
Patent exhaustion in India limits a patent holder’s rights after the first authorized sale of a product, especially regarding parallel imports. The legal interpretation of authorization is crucial…
Kunnath Pharmaceuticals' Musli Power Xtra, known as 'Indian Herbal Viagra', has been granted a patent for its ayurvedic formulation targeting sexual dysfunction. The patent highlights developments in India's…
This post examines whether medical methods should be patentable, focusing on global legal frameworks, ethical debates, and policy implications. It analyses both the concerns and benefits of extending…
The post analyses whether the patent troll business model is viable in India, considering the legal requirements for working patents and enforcement hurdles. It highlights the key challenges…