India's government has introduced new rules mandating Indian Standard Time (IST) as the sole official time reference, with a 180-day compliance period for implementation.
The move is aimed at standardizing digital systems
Aug 30, 2026
05:46 pm
What's the storyThe Indian government has officially notified the Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2026.
The new regulations make Indian Standard Time (IST) the sole reference for legal, administrative, commercial and other official purposes across the country.
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Government mandates Indian Standard Time as the sole time reference, allowing 180 days for compliance across various sectors.
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