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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.

Morality and Patentability of Sexual Inventions

The Indian Patent Office often raises morality objections to sexual inventions, particularly in the context of devices and aids. This post analyses such objections, the legal framework under…

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 18 Sep 2018

Intellectual Property and Yoga Massage

The post explores how intellectual property law applies to creative yoga massage techniques, with insights from practitioners and a review of relevant patent filings. It highlights the limited…

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 15 Sep 2018

IP Archive – What Is It And Why It’s Important?

The article outlines the necessity of IP archiving for effective intellectual property protection in today’s digital economy. It highlights how systematic documentation supports ownership, dispute resolution, and ongoing…

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 19 Jan 2018

Data Protection in India- Part II

This post evaluates the territorial and personal scope of data protection law in India, addressing jurisdictional issues, extraterritorial application, and compliance challenges. The analysis provides structured responses to…

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 27 Dec 2017

Disability Patents – Inventions that might make a difference

This article presents a structured overview of Indian disability patents and patent applications developed to address the needs of individuals with different disabilities. Highlighting key inventions, the post…

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 4 Dec 2017