What is the difference between BST and IST?
BST is 30 minutes ahead of IST, with both being used in South Asia. IST is used in India, while BST is used in Bangladesh.
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BST-Bangladesh
Bangladesh Standard Time
30 Nov 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this area observe DST?
No, Bangladesh does not observe daylight saving time and remains on standard hours year-round.
Which major cities follow this pattern?
Dhaka, Chittagong, and other cities in Bangladesh follow this schedule.
What areas share the same hours?
The country shares this schedule with some neighboring regions of India, but most of India follows IST.
How does this compare with UTC?
BST is 6 hours ahead of UTC.
Why doesn't this area observe DST?
Bangladesh stopped observing daylight saving time in 2009 to maintain a consistent daily schedule.
How did this system get established?
BST was established in 1971, following Bangladesh’s independence, to standardize time across the country.
What are the typical work hours here?
Business hours typically run from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a break for lunch.
What is the economic importance of this area?
Bangladesh is a growing economy with major sectors including textiles, agriculture, and remittances from abroad.