Dhanteras will be celebrated on October 29 this year, marking the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival. This day is highly significant in Hindu tradition, representing health, wealth, and prosperity. Along with the puja muhurat, many people look for the most auspicious time to buy gold or silver on this special occasion.

Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, is dedicated to Lord Dhanvantari, who is revered as an incarnation of Lord Vishnu and the god of Ayurveda. The festival's origins trace back to when Dhanvantari emerged with the Amrit Kalash (pot of nectar) during the churning of the ocean, symbolising the birth of wealth and health. On this day, worshipping both Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Narayan is believed to bring immense blessings, prompting many to purchase metals like gold, silver, and copper as a way to invite prosperity into their lives.