Current Affairs - Economy - Discussion

30.2% represents the growth rate of patent filings in India for the fiscal year 2025-26 compared to the previous year. This significant increase reflects the country’s expanding innovation ecosystem and rising participation from domestic inventors. The total number of applications reached a record high, demonstrating consistent growth over the past decade. A large share of filings came from Indian innovators, indicating stronger research and development activities within the country. The trend also highlights improvements in intellectual property awareness, regulatory support, and the overall strengthening of India’s position in the global innovation landscape.