Draft Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2025

On 15th January 2025, in a significant move towards 'One Nation, One Time,' the Union government introduced the Draft Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2025, aimed at establishing precise synchronization of time.

  • The initiative will ensure millisecond to microsecond accuracy in Indian Standard Time (IST), facilitating seamless integration of critical services and sectors such as telecommunications, banking, navigation, and digital governance.

Key Points

  • Unified Time Framework: The draft rules mandate the adoption of Indian Standard Time (IST) across all sectors, enforcing a single time reference throughout India for legal, administrative, and commercial activities, ensuring precision for enhanced coordination.
  • Collaboration with Key ....
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