Quick Take
- NIXI launched an AI-powered WHOIS screening platform on June 19, 2026, to flag suspicious .in sites.
- The tool guards over 3.9 Mn .in domain names and supports new mandatory KYC verification rules.
- NIXI also rolled out the IX Portal, myIRINN Portal, and .IN Auction Portal alongside the launch.
In This Article
The NIXI AI Platform is an AI-powered WHOIS screening tool that the National Internet Exchange of India launched on June 19, 2026, to detect suspicious .in websites and strengthen domain name security.
NIXI unveiled the tool on its 23rd Foundation Day in New Delhi. The launch was led by S Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and NIXI Chairman. NIXI manages India’s .IN domain registry and the country’s core internet infrastructure.
StartupFeed Insight
The NIXI AI Platform marks a shift from reactive takedowns to proactive screening at the registry level. With over 3.9 Mn .in domains and rising phishing fraud, automated WHOIS checks can catch bad actors before they go live. Founders, banks, and registrars should watch closely, since failed KYC now risks domain suspension. StartupFeed expects NIXI to publish suspicious-site detection metrics within the next two quarters, by late 2026, as the platform scales across all .in and .bharat registrations. The real test is enforcement speed, not just detection. By StartupFeed Desk.
What did the NIXI AI Platform launch?
The NIXI AI Platform is one of four digital tools NIXI launched on June 19, 2026. The full set targets domain security, transparency, and verification across India’s internet ecosystem (NIXI announcement).
| Metric | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Date | June 19, 2026 | NIXI 23rd Foundation Day |
| Lead Platform | AI WHOIS Screening Platform | Flags suspicious .in sites |
| Other Portals | IX, myIRINN, .IN Auction | Launched same day |
| Domains Managed | Over 3.9 Mn .in names | NIXI data |
| IPv6 Adoption | About 78.34% | Among global leaders, NIXI |
| Exchange Points | 79 IXPs nationwide | 22 Indian languages supported |
The WHOIS portal is the official search tool for registration, ownership, and expiry details on .in and .bharat domains, NIXI said. Its AI layer is the standout feature.
About NIXI
NIXI (National Internet Exchange of India) is a not-for-profit body set up on June 19, 2003, under MeitY. Headquartered in New Delhi, it manages the .in and .bharat domain registries, runs 79 Internet Exchange Points, and allocates IP addresses through IRINN (Indian Registry for Internet Names and Numbers). It currently oversees more than 3.9 Mn .in domain names.
How will the WHOIS platform improve security?
The NIXI AI Platform improves security by using artificial intelligence to scan WHOIS records and flag suspicious .in registrations early. The system supports new mandatory KYC (Know Your Customer) checks for all .in and .bharat domains.
“As digital technologies become deeply integrated into our daily lives, building trust, resilience and security across the internet ecosystem becomes increasingly important,” S Krishnan said.
Krishnan said the move was driven by self-interest in keeping users safe, since banking and health data now travel online. Registrants must verify identity using DigiLocker documents like Aadhaar, PAN, or Passport (NIXI e-KYC advisory). Domains that fail verification can be placed on server hold.
How does India compare globally on domains?
India ranks among the top ten country-code domain registries worldwide, NIXI said. The table below shows how the .in ecosystem stacks up on key measures.
| Measure | India (.in) | Global Context |
|---|---|---|
| Domains Managed | Over 3.9 Mn | Top 10 ccTLD registries |
| IPv6 Adoption | About 78.34% | Among global leaders |
| Language Support | 22 Indian languages | Native-script registration |
What sets the .in registry apart is its mix of multilingual access and AI-led security under one government-backed body.
What’s Next
NIXI is expected to scale the AI WHOIS screening across all new .in and .bharat registrations through 2026. The next milestone will be public detection data showing how many suspicious sites the platform flags. Stronger KYC enforcement should follow. Will the AI platform meaningfully cut domain fraud, or will bad actors simply shift tactics?
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Last updated: June 20, 2026 at 09:00 IST
Written by Avinash. Published: June 20, 2026. Updated: June 20, 2026. Have a tip? Write to us at editorial@startupfeed.in.
