This article provides a structured analysis of how Indian copyright law applies to jokes, covering originality, infringement, and fair dealing. It offers practical insights for creators and users…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 10 Aug 2017
The Lahari v. Ola dispute demonstrates how copyright owners in India may leverage criminal complaints to initiate licensing deals with organized infringers. This approach, as seen in Lahari’s…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 18 Jun 2017
This article explores how Indian intellectual property laws address the interplay between creativity and illegality. It analyses the limitations set by patent and copyright law, emphasising the role…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 5 Jun 2017
Effective patent management requires organized systems, cost analysis, and periodic auditing. Customising management strategies to suit organisational resources and jurisdictional requirements ensures robust protection and maintenance of patent…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 27 May 2017
This article analyses the legal and intellectual property challenges faced by Arnab Goswami after leaving Times Now to establish Republic TV. It highlights key legal risks for employees…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 20 May 2017
This post explores moral rights under Indian copyright law using the Fearless Girl and Charging Bull dispute as a case study. It analyses legal provisions, relevant judgments, and…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 17 Apr 2017
This post explores whether film censorship in India remains justified, given the evolution of the film spectator's intelligence and access to information. It advocates for a shift in…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 13 Apr 2017
This article explores the legal and practical challenges of protecting trade secrets and proprietary data in India. It emphasises the need for an integrated approach, combining legal instruments,…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 5 Apr 2017
This post analyses the copyright licensing challenges faced by Indian singers, using the Ilayaraja v. S.P. Balasubramanyam dispute as a case study. It objectively examines the legal requirements…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 28 Mar 2017
This article analyses film censorship in India using the intelligent, informed spectator standard and contemporary social norms. It highlights a structured legal process for assessment, emphasizing that free…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 25 Mar 2017