The Department of English and Cultural Studies is organising an insightful session titled “From Concept to Protection: Patent, Copyrighting for Artistic and Cultural Innovations” to introduce students and faculty to the significance of Intellectual Property Rights in the creative and cultural industries. The session will explore the processes of protecting original ideas, artistic creations, research, and cultural innovations through patents and copyrights, while highlighting their relevance in today’s knowledge-driven world. The resource person for the session is Dr. Purnendu B. Acharjee, who will share valuable insights into the legal, academic, and practical dimensions of intellectual property protection.