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
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
The SIP-EIT scheme from the Department of IT supports Indian SMEs and startups with financial assistance for international patent protection in electronics and IT. Eligible applicants can receive…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 25 Oct 2018
This article examines anti-circumvention laws and digital rights management from an Indian perspective, addressing international norms and local challenges. It offers a structured analysis of the legal and…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 12 Oct 2018
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
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
The post provides an analytical overview of the Personal Data Protection Bill 2018, focusing on its data localization rules and broad exemptions to compliance. It highlights the main…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 4 Sep 2018
This post analyses the transparency and accountability obligations under the Personal Data Protection Bill 2018. It covers compliance duties for data fiduciaries, security safeguards, and grievance redressal mechanisms…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 1 Sep 2018
This case brief analyses the Nuziveedu v. Monsanto ruling on the patentability of gene sequences in India. The post critiques the Delhi High Court’s reasoning under Section 3j…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 8 May 2018
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