18TH October 2025
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Date: October 18, 2025, Dhanteras marks the first day of Diwali festivities. It’s celebrated on the Trayodashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in Kartik month.
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Puja Muhurat: 06:45 PM to 08:15 PM (approx), Ideal time for Dhan Lakshmi and Kuber Puja. Light diyas and pray for health, wealth, and protection.
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“Dhan” means wealth; “Teras” means the 13th lunar day. On this day, Lord Dhanvantari appeared with the nectar of immortality. People worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber for prosperity.
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Clean and decorate your home with rangoli and diyas. Light 13 lamps at the entrance. Offer sweets, flowers, and coins to Goddess Lakshmi. Chant Lakshmi and Kuber mantras for abundance.
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Gold & Silver: Symbol of good fortune, Utensils: Sign of prosperity and purity, Electronics & Vehicles: Considered auspicious for growth, Tulsi or Gomti Chakra: Brings positive energy
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Buy new metal or wealth-symbolic items, Avoid borrowing money, Donate to the needy, Avoid negative talk or fights
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Sweets like Kheer, Besan Ladoo, and Halwa, Family dinner with festive delicacies, Offerings made before Goddess Lakshmi
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Lighting diyas on Dhanteras drives away negative energy. Belief: Buying something new invites Lakshmi’s blessings. It’s also a day to pray for health and longevity.
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