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Filing a PCT Application in India? Get your FFL ready!

Filing a PCT application in India demands strict adherence to Section 39 of the Patents Act, including obtaining a Foreign Filing License. This post explains the procedural requirements and highlights the legal consequences of non-compliance in a structured, analytical manner.

Burger King and McDonald’s: Can Taste be Patented?

This post examines whether taste can be patented in India, analysing the legal complexities of patenting food products versus protecting them as trade secrets. It discusses the requirements for food patents and the challenges of demonstrating novelty in taste.

OCR: Credibility of India’s Intellectual Property Enforcement in Question

The US Trade Representative’s review has raised concerns about India’s intellectual property enforcement standards. Indian officials contest the review’s legitimacy and stress that their IP laws prioritise public interest. The results may impact India’s investment climate and global image.

Drug Humira turns Rheumatic for Abbott Biotechnology

The Indian Patent Office set aside Abbott Biotechnology’s Humira patent after Glenmark’s pre-grant opposition, citing lack of inventive step and insufficient disclosure. This legal dispute underscores ongoing challenges to Humira patents both in India and globally.

Laws of Nature / State of Art Interface

This post explores how the laws of nature exclusion shapes patent eligibility, especially in biotechnology. It discusses key judicial decisions and the impact of state of the art on the scope of this legal doctrine.