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In a significant ruling by Madras High Court, an order of the Patent Controller was overturned and the application was remanded back for reconsideration for failing to consider the contentions raised on the priority date of the prior art while considering the issue of anticipation by prior claiming. The case involved an appeal against the order rejecting the application for a patent application concerning EC composition comprising Pendimethalin and Metribuzin.   A patent appl

Introduction AI, which stands for artificial intelligence, is the most powerful technical force that is changing human life in the 21st century. Already in 2025, artificial intelligence will be integrated into our everyday lives to the point where it will even influence how we work, learn, read news, receive medical help, and make decisions for ourselves. AI systems are affecting billions of interactions every day, from driverless cars to custom-made education and predictive

Introduction: Where does the line between inspiration and infringement lie? Film remake is a field that requires creative vision as well as a great deal of legal knowledge. Issues of copyright, key court cases, and licensing agreements play a role in what is and isn’t allowed in a remake, which may also be considered plagiarism. This blog looks at the legal issues related to film remakes, and we see out which is the line between tribute and infringement we are to be drawn. Un

Brain-Computer Interface(BCI) is a revolutionary concept which aids the people in numerous ways and the aid is beyond the wordy comprehension and building a BCI requires a lot investment and the Return of Investment for building a BCI can only be cultivated by patenting the BCI. However, the Patent Act, 1970 imposes the double-dead lock towards the patenting a BCI, through section 3(k) and 3(i) and it has regulatory restriction from other laws also. This blog explore the Lega

Introduction In a society that prioritizes headlines and instant news, the role of journalism is frequently labeled as the “fourth estate of democracy.” It is assumed to be a vigilant observer, revealing wrongdoings, making power answerable, and communicating to the citizens. However, what occurs when the observer turns out to be weak and corrupt, just like the corrupt situation it is supposed to bring to light? Over the last two decades, the economics of journalism  has chan

Grey market or parallel imports is a quite curious and controversial concept in the contemporary international market. However, suppose that you buy a real iPhone or a good perfume that is going to be sold somewhere in another country, at a lower price in a non-officials shop. That's a parallel import. It is not a fake one, yet it has not been sold through the official channels of the company. It is the combination of two powerful ideas, that of free trade and the protection

Any creator, developer, or artist who has ever licensed their work has seen a line in their contract which is both foundational and forgettable. This line is deep in the legalese, yet forms the bedrock upon which the entire agreement stands. It reads something like this: "The AUTHOR hereby declares that the said WORK is an original WORK and that the AUTHOR is the owner of the copyright therein and that the WORK is in no way whatsoever a violation of any existing copyright." A

The Intersection of Innovation Policy and Judicial Standards. In India, the confluence of policy on innovation and judicial standards is witnessing paradigm shifts as technology finds its way into the legal framework to improve access to justice, efficiency, and transparency. There are the Supreme Court AI portal called SUPACE, and the e-Courts Project Phase III, which employ artificial intelligence to boost legal research, automate routine judicial work, and streamline case

Introduction: India Enters a New Era of Labour Reform The government of India has announced four Labour Codes w.e.f 21 st  November 2025 rationalising 29 existing labour laws. It is a greater step towards the modernising and simplifying labour laws and regulation. It is the foundation of future ready workforce and stronger industry driving labour reform for “Aatmanirbhar Bharat”.  The four codes now in force are: Code on Wages, 2019 Industrial Relations Code, 2020 Code on Soc

INTRODUCTION The Indian Patent Act, 1970 lays down the foundation for the country’s patent system and defines what can and cannot be protected as an invention. Among its several provisions, Section 3 plays a key role as it lists out matters that are not considered patentable inventions, covering a wide range of exclusions from Sections 3(a) to 3(p).  Out of these, Section 3(d) has attracted the most attention, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry. This provision was in

Introduction Innovation is cross-border in today's global economy, but patent protection is not. Only within India's boundaries is your invention protected by an Indian patent. Even though your invention has the potential to revolutionise industries globally, the catch is that a patent granted in one nation does not grant you protection in another. The protection of your patent ends at India's borders if you filed it there. Understanding international patent filing is crucial

Introduction In a significant move toward enhancing the economy and supporting innovation, Thailand has introduced a draft to amend its existing Patent Law, whereby the Industrial Designs that are currently governed under the Act, which are not at par with the international standard, are going to undergo significant changes. Between December 16, 2024 and the end of January 2025, the public hearing was conducted by the Department of Intellectual Property (DIP), where the opini