Letter to the PM against Software patenting
A collective letter to the Prime Minister raises critical issues regarding the 2015 software patenting guidelines, citing potential harm to innovation and conflicts with Indian law. The post…
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Dr. Kalyan delivers the keynote address at Indian Institute of Management – Bangalore’s IP for Start-ups program
Dr. Kalyan was the featured speaker at the recently held “IP for Start-ups” program at the Nadathur S. Raghavan Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning (NSRCEL), Indian Institute of Management…
The Monkey Returns!
The Monkey Selfie case raises significant questions about authorship and copyright law in the context of animal-created works. Analysing both US and Indian statutes, the post concludes that…
You Are Free to Sing ‘Happy Birthday’ – Warner’s Copyright Claim Rejected
A US court has ruled that Warner/Chappell Music does not hold copyright in the 'Happy Birthday' lyrics. The decision places the lyrics in the public domain, allowing their…
Entertainment Law: The joke isn’t funny anymore
Kapil Sharma’s film Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon is facing a plagiarism dispute for alleged similarities to the Kannada film Nimbe Huli. This case highlights recurring legal and originality…
Can I Use your Photo in my Blog? – Copyright V. Fair Use
The post discusses when using a photograph in a blog may constitute copyright infringement or fall under fair use, with a focus on legal risks for Indian bloggers.…
Gilead, IPA, Natco & The Bells of Harmony
The post examines the collaboration between Gilead, IPA, and Natco Pharma regarding the sofosbuvir patent in India. It analyses how voluntary licensing and innovative policies are improving access…
Idols, Patents and Ganesha- Happy Vinayaka Chavithi!
The post explores how Ganesha idols intersect with patent law and eco-friendly innovations during Ganesh Chaturthi. It highlights inventive methods of idol making and their legal implications in…
Let’s Go Crazy – Is the Copyright Ruling Fair?
The post discusses the legal requirement for copyright holders to assess fair use before issuing a DMCA takedown notice, with reference to the Lenz v. Universal Music case.…
Dr. Kalyan advices Christ University, Bangalore law students about the abundant career opportunities in the IP industry.
Dr. Kalyan delivered a lecture on ‘Intellectuals and Lawyers’ organised by the School of Law Christ University’s (SLCU) Intellectual Property Rights Committee. Dr. Kalyan provided an overview of…
IP Career in India – Choices and Opportunities
The article examines the diverse career paths within Intellectual Property in India, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights. It discusses the necessary qualifications and the interdisciplinary skills required for…
Flipkart sends legal notice to blogger
Flipkart sent a legal notice to blogger Amit Bhawani for alleged trademark misuse and cybersquatting related to a comparison website. The case underscores the legal risks for websites…