Why the Name BananaIP? Why Not?
Dr Kalyan Kankanala shares the story behind the distinctive name BananaIP and its significance for the firm's identity. The post explores the value of creativity and distinctiveness in…
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.
Privacy and Intellectual Property: Are we trying to kill the snake with a log?
This article examines the Supreme Court’s broad interpretation of the right to privacy and its significant effects on intellectual property law in India. It considers how privacy now…
Copyrights and Jokes: Father Went to Church: ha ha ha
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…
Lahari v. Ola: Copyrights and Criminals – Licensing by Deterrence
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…
Creativity, Illegality and Intellectual Property
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…
Practical Pointers on Managing Patents
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…
Employment to Entrepreneurship: Arnab Goswami, Times Now, Republic TV and Intellectual Property
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…
Fearless Girl v. Charging Bull
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…
Censoring The Intelligent Film Spectator
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…
Proprietary Data, Trade Secrets and Information Security in India – An Integrated Approach
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,…