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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.

Why Don’t You Copyright Me? Copyrights and Writers (Part 4)

This post examines copyright registration for writers in India, detailing protections for literary and artistic works. It discusses the registration process, benefits for writers, and practical considerations in…

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 4 Dec 2018

Role of IP Policy in a Knowledge-Driven Company

An IP policy enables knowledge-driven companies to align their intellectual property activities with their business goals and manage risks effectively. Clear policies ensure better IP management and help…

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 27 Nov 2018

Who’s Intellect? Who’s Property?

This article explores the evolution and application of copyright law in India, focusing on the balance between author and publisher interests. It examines fair use, statutory exemptions, and…

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 27 Nov 2018

Copyright Limitations on Media Freedom

This post explores how copyright law both protects and limits media freedom, with emphasis on Indian and comparative legal perspectives. It analyses fair use, public interest, and key…

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 27 Nov 2018

Words Are All We Have – Copyrights and Writers (Part 1)

The post analyses copyright protection for writers in India, including ownership, registration, and legal rights under Indian law. Key questions around publishing agreements and enforcement are introduced for…

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 27 Nov 2018

Assessing Patent Risks in India

This post examines the essential steps for assessing patent risks in India, focusing on infringement analysis and the tests for equivalence. It also considers the relevance of exemptions…

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 7 Nov 2018