281 articles
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The post analyses if data mining from the JNU Depot is covered by fair use or educational exemptions under Indian copyright law. It argues that enabling technologies extracting…
This post examines the legal and ethical debate over stem cell patents, contrasting recent European developments with the Indian approach. The analysis highlights the lack of statutory restrictions…