• Differentiating Novelty from Inventive Step
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    2024-10-14
    Intellectual Property

    DIFFERENTIATING NOVELTY FROM INVENTIVE STEP: WHAT CAN JUDICIARY’S SILENCE BE CONSTRUED AS?

    In the realm of patent law, understanding the distinction between **novelty** and **inventive step** is crucial for securing patentability. **Novelty** refers to the newness of an invention, requiring it to be undisclosed to the public prior to the patent application. On the other hand, the **inventive step** emphasizes the degree of innovation, ensuring that an invention is not obvious to someone skilled in the relevant field. The Indian Judiciary’s silence on these matters often reflects a deference to patent authorities, leading to gaps in legal interpretation. However, landmark cases like **Novartis AG v. Union of India (2013)** shed light on these concepts, highlighting the importance of both novelty and inventive step in patent applications. Understanding these criteria is essential for inventors and patent applicants navigating the complexities of patent law.

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  • Union Budget 2024
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    2024-10-14
    Budget

    Decoding India’s Budget 2024: Insights, Effects and Recommendations for a Bright Future

    The Indian Union Budget 2024-25, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, marks a pivotal moment for the NDA government’s third term. Emphasizing ‘Ease of Doing Business,’ the budget prioritizes the middle class, MSMEs, and job creation, with significant allocations for infrastructure, healthcare, education, and agriculture. Key initiatives include increased income tax deductions, support for women-led development, and a comprehensive skill development program. While the budget aims for sustainable growth and innovation, challenges such as funding mismanagement and sector performance remain. This analysis explores the implications of Budget 2024, offering insights and recommendations for fostering inclusive economic growth in India.

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  • Group of diverse protesters holding signs demanding "Paid Menstrual Leave" with bold colors, representing a movement for women's rights and workplace equality. The image shows people advocating for menstrual leave policies with symbolic visuals like pads and menstrual icons.
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    2024-10-02
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    Paid Menstrual Leave: A Step Towards Gender Equality

    Explore the importance of paid menstrual leave in promoting gender equality and improving women’s health. Understand global legal frameworks, the Indian context, and the benefits and challenges of implementing menstrual leave policies.

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  • Illustration of intellectual property (IP) research with a computer, document, shield, microscope, and laboratory beaker, emphasizing the need for extending IP law to address administrative mens rea in research-related crimes.
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    2024-10-02
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    Research Crime: A need for IP law extension to examine Administrative mens rea

    This article highlights the need for Intellectual Property (IP) law extensions to examine administrative mens rea in research crimes, based on findings from a study of research malpractice and corruption by Vice Chancellors in Indian universities.

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