Dhanteras, marking the first day of the Diwali festival, holds a long-standing tradition of buying precious metals like gold and silver for luck and prosperity. This year, Dhanteras falls on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, with the belief that investments made on this day bring financial stability. In addition to precious metals, many people also buy copper, brass, and silver utensils or even new appliances and vehicles, ushering in wealth and positivity for the year ahead.

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Best times to invest in gold and silver on Dhanteras

According to astrologers, the Pradosh Kaal (6:12 PM to 8:53 PM) and Vrishabha Kaal (7:00 PM to 8:49 PM) are considered the most auspicious times for buying gold, silver, or other valuable items during Dhanteras. The Trayodashi Tithi, the thirteenth lunar day, stretches from 1:01 AM on October 29 to 3:45 AM on October 30, encompassing all the recommended times for a blessed purchase.

City-wise timings for Dhanteras shopping

These times vary slightly by location, and here’s a quick city-by-city schedule to help buyers choose the most auspicious timing:
- Ahmedabad: 6:59 PM to 8:35 PM
- Bengaluru: 6:55 PM to 8:22 PM
- Chandigarh: 6:29 PM to 8:13 PM
- Chennai: 6:44 PM to 8:11 PM
- Gurugram: 6:32 PM to 8:14 PM
- Hyderabad: 6:45 PM to 8:15 PM
- Jaipur: 6:40 PM to 8:20 PM
- Kolkata: 5:57 PM to 7:33 PM
- Mumbai 7:04 PM to 8:37 PM
- New Delhi: 6:31 PM to 8:13 PM
- Noida: 6:31 PM to 8:12 PM
- Pune: 7:01 PM to 8:33 PM

Popular Dhanteras purchases

Beyond gold and silver, copper, brass, and silver utensils filled with food or water are traditionally brought into the home as symbols of prosperity. Many also invest in idols of Lakshmi and Ganesh, crafted from clay or metal, adding an auspicious touch to their Dhanteras rituals.

Embrace this festive occasion by choosing a purchase that resonates with the spirit of Dhanteras, with well-wishes for wealth, health, and happiness in the year to come.