Happy Birthday, Houdini!
The post explores Harry Houdini’s journey from a magician performing card tricks to a celebrated escape artist and inventor. It also discusses his patented diver suit, reflecting his…
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Patent Opposition and Revocation: A Presentation
This post examines patent opposition and revocation procedures under Indian law, including pre-grant and post-grant processes. It analyses legal grounds and roles of authorities involved, providing insights through…
Patent e-filing Amendment
The Indian Patent Office has implemented significant upgrades to its electronic patent filing system, incorporating broader e-filing capabilities and changes under the Patents Amendment Rules 2014. These amendments…
Fundamentals of IP and Licensing – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala at IIMB
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala examines fundamental aspects of intellectual property and licensing, emphasising practical and legal nuances. The presentation highlights various IP types and focuses on music licensing as…
Licensing IP – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
Dr Kalyan Kankanala’s IIMB presentation provides structured insights into the fundamentals and processes of intellectual property licensing. Key steps, agreement clauses, and sectoral comparisons are discussed to highlight…
Working of the Patent Process: A Presentation
This post objectively examines the patent process in India, covering filing, examination, and grant procedures with an emphasis on compliance and deadlines. It serves as a concise guide…
An Overview of Music Licensing – Part 1
This article examines the fundamentals of music licensing in India, highlighting the function of collective management organizations and copyright societies. It provides insight into licensing mechanisms and royalty…
Introduction to Patent Law – A Presentation at NLSIU
This presentation provides an introductory overview of patent law, covering the concept of a patent and the stages of the patent life cycle. It also examines the principal…
Business Value of IP – A Presentation for United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO)
This presentation by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala, delivered for the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), provides an overview of the value of intellectual property for businesses, with a…
The 3D Effect of Novartis Case on Genetic Inventions
The Novartis case established a strict test for therapeutic efficacy under Section 3(d) of the Indian Patents Act, influencing the patentability of genetic inventions. This post examines the…