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New patent policy in India? Interesting Patents, L’Oréal vesrus Drunk Elephant, No patent settlement talks for Qualcomm and Apple, No patent for Pfizer’s Pregablin says Supreme Court and more

The post presents a comprehensive overview of recent patent policy changes, key legal disputes, and statistical trends in India. It also covers prominent international IP events and critical judicial decisions impacting the patent landscape.

Assessing Patent Risks in India

This post examines the essential steps for assessing patent risks in India, focusing on infringement analysis and the tests for equivalence. It also considers the relevance of exemptions and the need for detailed, technology-specific evaluation in patent matters.

Patent Infringement Analysis or FTO Analysis in India – Challenges

The post analyses the unique challenges of patent infringement and FTO analysis in India, particularly due to limited online patent data. It highlights the risks involved and the need for improved Indian Patent Office resources.

Temporary Injunction Cases

This post examines two landmark Indian cases where courts declined temporary injunctions in patent infringement suits. The judgments clarify the principles guiding interim relief, including the need for a prima facie case and a favourable balance of convenience.

Temporary Injunction – F. Hoffmann-LA Roche Vs. Cipla

The Court refused a temporary injunction in the Roche vs Cipla patent dispute, highlighting non-disclosure, validity challenges, and public interest considerations. This analysis discusses the legal principles applied and the balance between patent rights and access to essential medicines.

First IP dialogue between India and US, Broadcom versus Volkswagen, Sony and Lenovo patent licensing deal, EPO Joins WIPO’s Digital Access Service and more

The post covers the first ever India US IP dialogue, highlighting key bilateral discussions on intellectual property policy. It also reports on notable patent disputes, licensing agreements, and significant updates from Indian and international patent offices.

Temporary Injunction: Mariappan Vs. A.R. Safiullah

This post analyses the Mariappan vs AR Safiullah case on temporary injunctions in Indian patent disputes. The court scrutinised inventive step and the requirements for interim relief, ultimately denying the injunction due to lack of prima facie validity.

Temporary Injunction: J. Mitra Vs. Kesar Medicaments

In J. Mitra Vs. Kesar Medicaments, the Court examined criteria for granting a temporary injunction in a patent infringement suit. The analysis considered patent validity, infringement, and the balance of convenience, ultimately favouring interim relief for the patent holder.

Temporary Injunction: Manika Thevar Vs. Star Plough Works

This post discusses the denial of a temporary injunction in Manika Thevar Vs. Star Plough Works, focusing on patent validity and the criteria for interim relief in Indian patent law. The Court’s analysis highlights the importance of a prima facie case and the impact of recent patents facing validity challenges.

Aktiengesellschaft Vormals Meister Lucius & Bruning a Corporation etc.Vs Unichem Laboratories

This post provides a detailed analysis of the Tolbutamide patent infringement case between Aktiengesellschaft Vormals Meister Lucius & Bruning and Unichem Laboratories. It discusses the Court’s interpretation of patent claims and the implications for Indian pharmaceutical patent litigation.