This is a slightly older list, but you can see the list of large brands that still use .co.in for their website, solely or along with .in . 

Google, ICICI, Expedia, IRCTC, Sbi, Dominos, Indeed, PizzaHut, Nikon, BSNL, KFC, DHL, Adidas, Sony, Qualcomm, Titan, Tata, Boeing, Seimens, Visa, Citibank, Colgate, Rcom (Reliance), Britannia, NTPC, HDFCBank, PNBIndia, BankofBaroda, Crompton, UnionBankofIndia, BankofIndia, Tanishq, CentralBankofIndia , CESC, DeutscheBank, IDBIBank, PWC, NewIndia, Airbnb, DohaBank, ReadersDigest, KVB, Adecco, NovoNordisk, Webex, Craigslist, StandardCharteredTrade, Penguin, ZEISS, HUL, FederalBank, IngersollRand, Ricoh, SAIL, Koel, IBTimes, BNPParibas, DuPont, Loreal, Cargill, Garmin, Abbott, AVON, Praxair, Marubeni, ManpowerGroup, BEL, Renault, Panasonic, PepsicoIndia, Skoda-Auto, Volkswagen, Bridgestone, SuzukiMotorcycle, Heinz, Mercedes-Benz, Merck, Saint-Gobain, Datsun, Travelex, Canon, Phillips, Epson and more ...

KYC.co.in recently sold for $2200 US on the Daaz platform. Busk.in also sold for $2500 . 

BRANDABLE DOMAIN NAMES

Brandable domain names are unique and catchy names that are specifically created to help establish a brand's identity and make it more memorable. Here are some tips to create a brandable domain name:

- Keep it short and simple - Try to keep the domain name short and simple so that it is easy to remember and type.

- Make it easy to spell and pronounce - Choose a domain name that is easy to spell and pronounce so that people can easily share it with others.

- Be creative - A unique and creative domain name can help your brand stand out from the competition.

- Use a keyword - Consider using a keyword related to your business or industry in your domain name to make it more relevant and memorable.

- Avoid hyphens and numbers - Hyphens and numbers can make a domain name harder to remember and can also be confusing to type.

- Check availability - Make sure to check the availability of your domain name before finalizing it to avoid any legal issues in the future.

Some examples of brandable domain names are:

Amazon.in , Google.co.in, Amex.co.in, SBI.co.in , Tata.in

GENERIC DOMAIN NAMES

Generic domain names are those that are based on commonly used words or phrases, rather than being a brand name or a made-up word. They can be descriptive and easy to remember, making them valuable for businesses and individuals looking to establish a strong online presence. Here are some examples of generic domain names: Home.in , Art.co.in, Cars.co.in, Hotel.in , Money.co.in , Furniture.co.in , RealEstate.in , ToyShop.co.in , MedicalStore.in 

The advantages of using a generic domain name include higher search engine rankings, improved online visibility, and the ability to establish a clear and memorable online identity. However, the downside is that generic domain names can be more expensive to acquire than brandable or less common names. Additionally, they may lack the uniqueness and memorability of a brandable name.

Another factor to consider is the Cost of Advertising over time - Brandable Domain Names will require Advertising to promote the Brand , Generic Domain Names in general are known to customers. Many businesses use both Brandables and Generic Domain Names to generate leads and traffic to their websites

IndiaEV.in , BharatEV.in and EVBattery.co.in all owned by TuckerMotors.com (Indian company). This is a great example of businesses realizing the importance of Category Keyword domain names to support their core business.

This is common practice among global corporations to acquire and use 100's if not 1000's of category keyword domains to support their core businesses.

Multi domain name strategy is a tried and proven method for lead generation and brand support

Which is a more valuable domain name, finance.in or finance.co.in

It is difficult to determine the exact value of a domain name as it can be influenced by various factors such as the website's traffic, brand recognition, and market demand. However, generally speaking, ".co.in" domains tend to be perceived as having a stronger connection to the Indian market, which may make "finance.co.in" more appealing to businesses targeting the Indian market. On the other hand, ".in" domains are often seen as more concise and memorable, so "finance.in" may be seen as a more valuable domain name from that perspective. Ultimately, the value of a domain name will depend on how effectively it supports the goals of the website and its target audience.