This case delves into the intricacies of territorial jurisdiction concerning a legal case where the defendant contested the court's jurisdiction by claiming a shift in office location. Despite this claim, the defendant's admission of maintaining a bank account in Delhi led the court to assert its jurisdiction, citing the accrual of part of the cause of action within Delhi.

Bank Account located in Delhi:
In the case at hand, the defendant's challenge to the court's jurisdiction centred on their purported relocation of office from Delhi to Noida. However, the revelation of a Delhi-based bank account during cross-examination introduced complexities into the jurisdictional dispute, ultimately leading to the court's ruling in favor of territorial jurisdiction.

Defendant's Admission:
The defendant's denial of jurisdiction based on office relocation underscores the importance of clarity and consistency in asserting jurisdictional objections. However, the subsequent admission of maintaining a bank account in Delhi introduces a crucial contradiction that undermines the defendant's jurisdictional stance.

Implication:
The case under examination exemplifies the nuanced nature of territorial jurisdiction and its implications for legal proceedings. While the defendant initially contested the court's jurisdiction based on a claimed change in office location, the revelation of a Delhi-based bank account led to the court's assertion of territorial jurisdiction. This ruling underscores the significance of substantive connections to a jurisdiction in determining jurisdictional disputes.

The Case Discussed:
Case Title: Heifer Project International v/s Heifer Project India
Judgment/Order Date: 23.04.2024
Case No: CS Comm 542 of 2018
Neutral Citation: NA
Name of Court: Delhi High Court
Name of Hon'ble Judge: Sanjeev Narula,H.J.

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