New Delhi, Nov. 6 -- As Indians gear up to celebrate Dhanteras on Friday, November 6, the festival marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali celebrations. Also known as Dhantrayodashi, it is considered an auspicious occasion for prayers seeking wealth, health, and prosperity. Many households also follow the tradition of purchasing gold, silver, jewellery, and other valuables to welcome good fortune into their homes.

Those residing in Hyderabad and planning to buy gold on Dhanteras can time their purchases around the auspicious window. According to Drik Panchang, the gold-buying muhurat in Hyderabad begins at 10.30 am on Friday, November 6, and ends at 6.37 am on Saturday, November 7.

Purchasing gold and silver on Dhanteras is tradition...