India, June 11 -- The Indian government is planning a new rule that will limit how cool your air conditioner can go. If the regulation comes into effect, you won't be able to set your AC below 20 degree Celsius, even during extreme heat. So, what triggered this decision? It's all part of a larger effort to save electricity and manage India's rising energy demand, power minister Manohar Lal Khattar said.

This new setting will apply not just to home air conditioners but also to those in hotels and cars.

"Regarding air conditioning standards, a new provision is being implemented soon. The temperature standardization for ACs will be set between 20degC to 28degC, meaning we won't be able to cool below 20degC or warm above 28degC. This is a f...