PNB Becomes First PSU Bank to Adopt ‘.bank.in’ Domain

Current Context: On 19 August 2025, Punjab National Bank (PNB) became the first public sector bank in India to migrate its corporate website to the secure ‘.bank.in’ domain.

• The new website is www.pnb.bank.in, replacing the earlier www.pnb.co.in.
• This move aligns with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) circular dated 22 April 2025, aimed at strengthening cybersecurity in digital banking.
• The domain is exclusively managed by Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT), ensuring verified access and fraud prevention.
• The ‘.bank.in’ domain offers enhanced protection against phishing and cyber threats, boosting public trust.
• PNB’s migration marks a major step in India’s digital banking transformation.

Question:

Q.1 Which public sector bank became the first in India to migrate its corporate website to the secure ‘.bank.in’ domain on 19 August 2025?
a) State Bank of India
b) Punjab National Bank
c) Bank of Baroda
d) Canara Bank

Answer: b) Punjab National Bank (PNB) is the first public sector bank in India to adopt the ‘.bank.in’ domain, enhancing cybersecurity and trust in digital banking.