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Copyrights, Fair Dealing, and Fair Use in India

This post discusses the fair dealing and fair use provisions under the Indian Copyright Act, focusing on Section 52 and its exceptions. It provides a clear table mapping each provision to the specific types of works affected, offering clarity for users and practitioners.

Fair use exceptions for libraries under Indian copyright law

This post analyses fair use exceptions for libraries under Indian copyright law, focusing on Section 52 and relevant case law. It explains permissible library activities and highlights the importance of legal interpretation in applying these exceptions.

Landmark Copyright-related Events in the year 2016- Part I

This post examines key copyright law events in India during 2016, focusing on judicial restrictions on copyright societies and the influential DU photocopy case. It provides an analytical overview of how these decisions have shaped copyright enforcement and educational access.

The Delhi High Court Delivers Judgement in a Copyright Infringement Suit

The Delhi High Court clarified the scope of educational fair use under Indian copyright law, allowing photocopying of book portions for academic purposes. The judgement distinguishes between legitimate educational use and commercial exploitation, providing much-needed clarity for institutions.

Intellectual Property : Sipping on IP

‘Sipping on IP’ sessions by BananaIP Counsels provide an open forum to discuss recent developments in Indian intellectual property law. The post analyses copyright, trademark, and patent issues, with case studies from Indian and international contexts.

Intellectual Property : Sipping on IP

Sipping on IP is a BananaIP Counsels initiative encouraging open discussions on intellectual property law in India. The post reviews key topics covered during recent sessions, including copyright, trademarks, and notable legal cases.

Google’s use of Java APIs in Android – fair use?

The District Court ruled that Google’s use of Java APIs in Android falls under fair use, emphasising interoperability. The case has sparked ongoing debate within both open source and proprietary software communities, with further appeals expected.

Is use of Java APIs by Google Fair Use?

This article analyses whether Google’s use of Java APIs constitutes fair use, focusing on the legal proceedings between Oracle and Google. The discussion highlights the implications for software copyright and open source development.

Intellectual Property and Business Value – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the Woxsen School of Business.

The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala, Managing Partner BananaIP Counsels, at the Woxsen School of Business, Hyderabad. The presentation is titled “Intellectual...

Disney Sues Venezuelan Company

Disney has initiated legal proceedings against a Venezuelan company for commercial use of its characters in live shows. The matter underscores the distinction between fair use and infringement under copyright law, especially in commercial contexts.