Dhanteras 2026: Best time to buy gold, silver in Coimbatore; latest today — Shopping Shubh Muhurat, purchase timings
Dhanteras, one of the most auspicious days around Diwali, is being observed in parts of India on Friday, November 6. It marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival.
The word comes from "Dhan" (wealth) and Teras" (thirteenth day). It is celebrated on the thirteenth lunar day of the Kartik month.
It is considered an auspicious day to make significant purchases, especially gold and silver. These metals are believed to attract wealth and prosperity.
According to Dripkpanchang, Dhanteras Puja Muhurat is between 06:02 PM to 07:57 PM; Duration - 01 Hour 56 Mins.
• Pradosh Kaal: 5:33 PM to 8:09 PM
• Vrishabha Kaal: 6:02 PM to 7:57 PM
• Trayodashi Tithi Begins - 10:30 AM on Nov 06, 2026
• Trayodashi Tithi Ends - 10:47 AM on Nov 07, 2026
Dhanteras is being celebrated today because the time for worship during the Pradosh period falls on November 6.
06:32 PM to 08:31 PM - Pune
06:02 PM to 07:57 PM - New Delhi
06:14 PM to 08:10 PM - Chennai/Coimbatore
06:11 PM to 08:07 PM - Jaipur
06:15 PM to 08:13 PM - Hyderabad
06:03 PM to 07:59 PM - Gurgaon
06:00 PM to 07:54 PM - Chandigarh
05:28 PM to 07:26 PM - Kolkata
06:35 PM to 08:35 PM - Mumbai
06:25 PM to 08:20 PM - Bengaluru
06:30 PM to 08:28 PM - Ahmedabad
06:01 PM to 07:57 PM - Noida
On Dhanteras, some devotees purchase gold or silver coins bearing images of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha, while others prefer jewellery or silver utensils. Buying new kitchenware, including brass, copper and steel utensils, is also a common practice.
There is no single shopping muhurat that applies uniformly to every city and purchase. Buyers should check the local Panchang and relevant auspicious timings before making their purchases.
• Gold & Silver Buying Start Time: According to the New Delhi Panchang, as reported by NDTV, the gold-buying muhurat begins at 10:30 AM on November 6 and continues until 6:37 AM on November 7.
A favourable Choghadiya shopping window is also listed on November 7, from 7:59 AM to 9:21 AM, within the remaining Trayodashi Tithi. These timings are based on the New Delhi Panchang.
According to the Economic Times, separate purchase window is also listed on November 7, from 6:37 AM to 10:47 AM.
Muhurat timings for other cities are local time of respective cities, Dripkpanchang says.
An auspicious buying window is only one part of the purchase. Before visiting a jeweller, consumers should also check the purity, weight and final price of the item.
Dhanteras is associated with the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kubera and Lord Dhanvantari. Buying precious metals and new household items is a long-standing tradition, with gold and silver symbolising prosperity and good fortune.
The festival also honours Lord Dhanvantari, who is associated with health and healing. Its significance therefore extends beyond material wealth to include good health, family well-being and prosperity.
While jewellery and coins remain popular purchases, families also buy silver utensils, household items and other valuables according to their budgets.
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