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Legal16 Oct 2026, 03:43 pm

Dharmaj Crop Guard: Interim Injunction Application Dismissed by HP High Court

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Dharmaj Crop Guard Ltd announced that the Hon'ble High Court of Himachal Pradesh dismissed an interim injunction application filed by SML Limited. The application was part of a patent infringement suit concerning Dharmaj Crop Guard's agrochemical product, ZeekaSulf™. The court observed a lack of prima facie territorial jurisdiction in Himachal Pradesh and insufficient evidence of product supply within the state. This order pertains only to the interim relief and does not affect the main suit, which remains pending. The company will continue to defend its position.

Key Highlights

  • Interim injunction application by SML Limited dismissed by HP High Court.
  • Court cited lack of territorial jurisdiction and insufficient evidence.
  • Order relates to interim relief, not final adjudication of patent infringement.
  • Main patent infringement suit against Dharmaj Crop Guard remains pending.
  • Company to continue legal defense with advisors.