Indus Mobile Distribution Pvt. Ltd vs Datawind Innovations Pvt. Ltd. And Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of jurisdiction in arbitration agreements, specifically whether an exclusive jurisdiction clause for Mumbai courts excludes the jurisdiction of other courts, including the High Court of Delhi. The Court held that the exclusive jurisdiction clause does not oust the jurisdiction of the Delhi High Court, as the seat of arbitration being in Mumbai does not negate the jurisdiction of courts where parties are located or where the cause of action arises. The judgment clarified the interpretation of arbitration clauses under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, particularly Sections 2(1)(e) and 9.