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The greatest ‘Intellectual Property’ of Our Nation

Dr APJ Abdul Kalam’s life and work exemplify the highest ideals of innovation for national good. His approach to intellectual property and technology continues to inspire generations in India. This post analyses his contributions and enduring legacy.

John Doe Order for Masaan!

The Bombay High Court granted a John Doe order to Phantom Films to combat potential piracy of Masaan. Such orders provide critical injunctive relief for copyright holders, as seen in several prominent Indian cases.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 2

This post analyses a decade of patent statistics, examining trends in filings, grants, examinations, and revenue in India. It reflects on the evolving landscape of intellectual property rights, highlighting key years and changing patterns in the Indian patent system.

IP Books : Self Publishing in India- A Worthwhile Proposition?

Self publishing in India is expanding rapidly, but the legal and business risks for authors are significant. Despite promises of control and royalties, self publishing contracts often lack balanced protection for authors’ rights and interests.

Misunderstood World of Patents!

This article analyses common patent myths and clarifies key aspects of patent law in India. It offers insights on patent eligibility, enforcement, and the importance of professional advice for effective intellectual property protection.

Pirate Bay Founders Acquitted

A Belgian court acquitted the Pirate Bay founders of criminal copyright infringement, citing lack of evidence of involvement after 2006. This verdict provides temporary relief, though their legal battles continue.

Case Review: Exegesis Infotech vs. Medimanage

This review discusses the Exegesis Infotech vs. Medimanage case on software copyright ownership and breach of confidentiality. The court ruled in favour of Medimanage, highlighting the significance of contractual clarity in software development arrangements.

Thou shall not re-tweet!

Photographer Dennis Flaherty’s copyright lawsuit against Big Red Inc broadens liability to include individuals who re-tweeted his copyrighted photograph. The case raises important legal questions regarding contributory infringement and the risks of sharing protected content on social media.

BananaIP’s Managing Partner, Dr. Kalyan, delivers keynote address at Mahindra Research Valley’s Intellectual Property and Knowledge Management Day.

Dr. Kalyan delivered a talk on the role of patents in fuelling the fire of innovation at the “Intellectual Property and Knowledge Management Day” organized...

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 1

This post examines a decade of trademark statistics in India, revealing significant growth in applications and registrations. It provides an analytical overview of global and national trends impacting intellectual property protection in India.