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In 2026, navigating the internet in India feels a little different. Many familiar banking websites have new addresses. This shift isn’t an accident or a rebrand; it’s the result of a significant regulatory push designed to make India’s digital space safer and more secure. This article will help everyday internet users understand the new landscape of Indian domain names and …

In a significant move to combat online banking fraud and solidify digital trust, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) didn’t just ask banks to be more secure – it mandated a complete domain overhaul. The directive was clear: leave .com  or other extensions behind and move to the highly secure, verified .bank.in namespace. This transition, which concluded in late 2025, represents a landmark …

In a move to enhance cybersecurity in India’s financial landscape, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the launch of exclusive internet domains: ‘.bank.in’ for registered banks and ‘.fin.in’ for non-banking financial entities. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra confirmed that registrations for ‘.bank.in’ will begin in April 2025, with ‘.fin.in’ to follow. This initiative aims to curb phishing attacks and …