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13 Sep 2024
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Country Flag - India Three horizontal bands of saffron, white, and green with a navy blue Ashoka Chakra (24-spoke wheel) in the center.
India
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01 Oct 2024

Local facts for India

What time zone does India use?
India uses India Standard Time (IST), which is makes the local time UTC+5:30 hours.
Does India observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
No, India does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The country remains on India Standard Time (IST), UTC+5:30, throughout the year.
Why is India 30 mintues off?
India's time zone of UTC+5:30 stems from historical decisions made during British colonial rule to establish a single standard time for administrative convenience. Geographically, India spans a wide longitudinal range, and the chosen standard meridian (82.5 degrees east) is roughly central, providing a balanced time for the entire nation. This half-hour offset is a compromise that accommodates the vast country's needs while maintaining administrative simplicity.
How does India’s time zone compare to other countries in South Asia?
India’s time zone (IST, UTC+5:30) is unique and is 30 minutes ahead of Pakistan Standard Time (PST, UTC+5) and 15 minutes behind Nepal Time (NPT, UTC+5:45).