He conveyed to Cognizant that he was not bound by any non-compete clause with Wipro, as per a filing by Cognizant with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. That means, Cognizant has not played any illegal part in this issue. Dalal's appointment or contract with Cognizant also comes with a non-compete clause, clearly mentioning Wipro as a rival. The contract prevents Dalal from joining any competitor within a year of givingg in his resignation at Cognizant. The employment contract that Dalal has signed with Cognizant clearly states that he has entered into the agreement of his own accord. Meanwhile, Dalal has requested the court to refer the matter for arbitration. The next hearing is to take place tomorrow, that is, 3 January 2024.