Inventive Plum Cakes for Christmas
This article explores the history and inventive variations of plum cakes enjoyed at Christmas, highlighting several unique cake patent applications from different countries. It provides insights into both…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
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Dr. Kalyan Kankanala is a practicing intellectual property (IP) attorney and author. He is a senior partner at BananaIP Counsels, a well-known IP firm based in Bangalore, India. His writings cover a range of topics relating to IP law, business, and policy, and he has authored several books and articles in the field. He has been contributing to this blog since 2007.
The views expressed here are his own and do not represent those of BananaIP Counsels or its members.
Yoga Sequence is not Dance Choreography for Copyright Protection
The post discusses why yoga sequences, even if arranged creatively, are not eligible for copyright protection as dance choreography under US law. It explains the legal reasoning behind…
Can Photographs infringe Dance Choreography Copyright?
This post explores if photographs of dance performances can infringe choreography copyright, referencing a significant US legal case. It further discusses how dancers can protect and commercialise their…
The Fight for Martha Graham’s Copyrights and Trademarks in Technique, Style, Choreography, Sets, Jewellery, Costumes and Music
This post explores the Martha Graham copyright and trademark dispute, detailing the legal complexities of IP ownership in dance. It highlights how clear agreements are essential for dancers…
Dance’s Literary and Dramatic Aspects: From Yakshagana Ballet to Yaksharanga
The Supreme Court’s Yakshagana decision illustrates how dance’s literary and dramatic elements are protected under Indian copyright law. This post analyses the legal distinctions and offers practical advice…
Burn Rate, a gripping and insightful novel by Prof Jon M. Garon
Burn Rate by Prof Jon M Garon is a gripping crime and technology thriller set in Silicon Valley, exploring AI and legal dilemmas. The novel offers insightful commentary…
Green Cracker Patents for an Environment Friendly Diwali
This article reviews green cracker patents and eco friendly innovations for Diwali in India, focusing on legal developments and recent patent filings. It highlights the efforts towards sustainable…
Gandhiji’s views on Exclusivity and Intellectual Property
This post explores Mahatma Gandhi's views on exclusivity and intellectual property, emphasising his preference for openness and public welfare. It connects his philosophy to modern open source and…
Patentability Requirements in India
This post explores the five patentability requirements under Indian law, including subject matter, novelty, inventive step, industrial applicability, and specification. It discusses statutory provisions, key case law, and…
A Case for Statutory Licensing of Music for Broadcasting
This post evaluates the necessity of statutory licensing of music for broadcasting under Section 31D of the Indian Copyright Act. It argues for a more transparent and accessible…