The National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) marked its 23rd Foundation Day on Friday by launching four new digital platforms to boost India's internet infrastructure. One standout: an AI-powered WHOIS screening system to tighten domain security,improve transparency across digital space .
Event saw key players from Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. S Krishnan,Secretary of MeitY and NIXI Chairman, spoke. He stressed need for secure,reliable internet as digital techs become part of daily life. "Building trust, resilience,security across Internet ecosystem increasingly important," he said,highlighting NIXI's role in fortifying India's internet framework .
New platforms include IX Portal, myIRINN Portal,Auction Portal, AI-Powered WHOIS Screening Platform. Goal: enhance user experience,operational efficiency,ensure better monitoring,verification in India's internet ecosystem .
Krishnan called for collective efforts to make internet safe,reliable,accessible to all. Event also brought together policymakers,industry leaders,tech experts to discuss digital growth's future in India. Samiran Gupta,ICANN VP for Stakeholder Engagement, noted India's expanding role in global internet governance,stressing active participation in international standards talks.
Gupta said initiatives like NIXI Fellowship Programme crucial for nurturing future internet leaders . Sushil Pal, Joint Secretary at MeitY,echoed this,stating programs fostering international forum participation essential for shaping secure,inclusive digital future.
Devesh Tyagi,NIXI CEO,discussed next phase of internet growth in India, driven by trust,innovation. "It's not only about getting people online. It's about giving citizens,businesses, startups,institutions real chances to grow in digital-first world," he said.
NIXI manages over 3.9 million domain names,operates 79 Internet Exchange Points nationwide. Also supports domain registrations in 22 Indian languages . India's IPv6 adoption now ~78.34%, positioning country as leader in moving to next-gen internet protocol…
