E-KYC Made Mandatory for Domain Registrations to Curb Online Frauds: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has issued far-reaching directions to curb the growing menace of online fraud through fake websites impersonating popular brands. Recognising the serious threat posed to consumers and trademark owners, the Court ordered mandatory e-KYC for domain name registrations, restricted automatic masking of registrant details, and directed banks to strengthen payment verification safeguards to prevent financial fraud. Bench and Judicial Authority The directions were issued by a Single…