In Patent Application No. 202017019068, Stephen L. Thaler named DABUS, an artificial intelligence system, as the inventor of a food container invention. Although the Indian Patent Office refused…
Rakesh Krishnan · 20 Apr 2026
This post examines the Indian IP Office's website accessibility for persons with blindness in light of the RPwD Act and CCPD's order. It details the legal obligations, actions…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 16 Sep 2020
This post invites startups to a free webinar on intellectual property, led by Dr Kalyan Kankanala on July 17th, 2020. The session will address practical IP strategies and…
Intellepedia · 16 Jul 2020
Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala's seminar discussed the essentials of intellectual property in dance, focusing on protection, ownership, and legal strategies relevant to performers. The event provided dancers with…
Intellepedia · 15 Dec 2019
The Supreme Court’s Yakshagana decision illustrates how dance’s literary and dramatic elements are protected under Indian copyright law. This post analyses the legal distinctions and offers practical advice…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 9 Dec 2019
This article outlines BananaIP's journey as a premier intellectual property firm in India, highlighting its development, achievements, and dedication to IP literacy. The post emphasises the firm's values…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 30 May 2019
This post revisits some of the most interesting trade mark quotes from 2017, offering insights into branding, legal frameworks, and reputation. The curated quotes from industry leaders and…
Intellepedia · 29 Jan 2018
This mock problem examines a patent opposition proceeding under Indian law, involving claims of wrongful obtainment and lack of inventive step. It highlights core issues faced in patent…
Intellepedia · 9 Nov 2017
This post describes a mock patent infringement and invalidity proceeding conducted by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at UPES School of Law. It explores a simulated dispute between two…
Intellepedia · 3 Nov 2017
BananaIP’s inventor program, led by Dr Kalyan Kankanala, focused on practical aspects of patentability and invention assessment. Participants engaged in interactive exercises and gained valuable insights into patent…
Intellepedia · 26 Sep 2017