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…
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.
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…
It is Fair and Enabling – Data Mining from JNU Depot
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…
Patent: Stem Cell Patent Debate Never Dies
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…
Licensing Copyrights in India
This post examines the legal framework governing copyright licensing in India, highlighting the distinctions between assignments and licenses. It outlines key license types issued by the Copyright Board,…
Evidence Required to Determine Well Knownness of a Trademark – Part III
This post discusses the types of evidence required to establish a trademark as well known in India. It analyses the value of registration certificates, sales turnover, invoices, and…
Chapter VI. Compulsory Licensing & Local Working – Comprehending Apprehending or Apprehending Comprehension?
This post examines compulsory licensing in India, with emphasis on the local working requirement and its interpretation under Indian patent law. It discusses the legal debates surrounding the…