Understanding Time Differences: IST vs GMT Explained

Discover why there’s a 5-hour 30-minute time difference between India and London.

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India is 5 hours and 30 minutes ahead of London due to the time difference between Indian Standard Time (IST) and Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). When it's 2:00 pm in London, it's 7:30 pm in India.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the time difference between India and London? India is 5 hours and 30 minutes ahead of London.
  2. How does daylight saving time affect time zones? Daylight saving time can alter time differences, primarily affecting regions that observe it.
  3. What are the main time zones in India? India primarily follows Indian Standard Time (IST), which is UTC+5:30.
  4. What does GMT stand for? GMT stands for Greenwich Mean Time, which is a time standard originally by which the world adjusts its clocks.

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