Pics: Dhanteras sparkle as homes and markets get ready for Diwali festivities

Significance of Dhanteras
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Significance of Dhanteras

Dhanteras marks prosperity and health as part of the Diwali festival through rituals.

Meaning of dhantrayodashi
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Meaning of dhantrayodashi

"Dhan" means wealth, and "Teras" marks the 13th day, promoting prosperity and health.

Rituals for good fortune
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Rituals for good fortune

People clean homes and buy gold, silver, or utensils to invite fortune and blessings.

Worship of health and wealth deities
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Worship of health and wealth deities

Devotees pray to Lord Dhanvantari for health and Goddess Lakshmi for wealth on Dhanteras.

Evening diyas and rangoli
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Evening diyas and rangoli

Homes glow with diyas and colorful rangoli, welcoming prosperity and positive energy.

Slow start in jewellery sales
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Slow start in jewellery sales

High gold prices and weekday timing lead to low morning footfalls; rush expected by afternoon.

Gold prices drive lightweight focus
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Gold prices drive lightweight focus

With gold at ₹78,250/10g, Mumbai jewellers emphasize lighter pieces this Dhanteras.

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