Steve Smith

A patent confers the exclusive right on the patentee to make, distribute or sell the invention in India. An infringement would be when any of three rights is violated. A patentee may assign license all or some of these rights. The exercise of the rights so transferred in favour of the assignee or the licensee by the assignor or the licensor would not amount to infringement of the patents.

The major concern that the social and economic costs of introducing pharmaceutical patents are likely to outweigh the benefits in the case of most developing countries suggests a cautious approach to intellectual property protection in the area of pharmaceuticals. On the other side, there is also evidence that the patent system has a detrimental impact on pharmaceutical prices, particularly if the product itself is protectable in India.

The debt collection business is a relatively new concept in India. Like many modern tools, this business was also introduced to India by foreign businesses who came to India in horde in early 90's and brought with them myriad modern tools, practices and systems. Like other sectors, banking also witnessed a large scale foreign firms setting up their operations in India.

Osteoporosis is a pernicious and debilitating condition, but one which it's relatively easy to avoid with sufficient attention to the daily diet

There's now evidence that combined supplements of vitamins E and C may be highly effective against the common cold

Vanadium is a previously little known trace mineral now attracting great interest amongst nutritional therapists

Iodine deficiency should never be seen in the West, but you can't take your supply for granted

It's not strictly a vitamin, but inositol's nutritional qualities make it just as vital a nutrient

Determining your need for iron is one of the most crucial health decisions you will take

It's well worth ensuring a good supply of PABA, even if only as part of a comprehensive multi-vitamin preparation