Indian Standard Time was instituted by the British officials of India in 1906. India is approximately 3,000 kilometres (1,864 mi) in length and covers around 30 degrees of longitude from east to west.

Ever wondered why your friend in another country replies hours later even though you texted instantly? The answer lies in time zones. India follows Indian Standard Time (IST), which is UTC +5:30—and a ...

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced the mandatory use of Indian Standard Time (IST) for all legal, commercial, digital, and administrative functions. This initiative aims to unify the nation under ...