Diwali festivities are at their peak, and the festival just before Diwali has already arrived. Today is Dhanteras. Dhanteras is a festival where people decorate and clean their homes and buy gold, silver, or utensils. Gold, silver, or utensils are considered valuable as people believe they bring good fortune and wealth. So, it’s pretty obvious that today’s Google searches are all about prices, and information about gold and silver.
Indians Are Googling About Gold & Silver Rates On Dhanteras
On Dhanteras, celebrated on October 29, gold and silver rates are among the top trending topics on the Internet in India, with over 100,000 searches in just two hours. Marking a 50% increase in search volume on Google Trends.
On October 29, the 24-carat gold rate in India was quoted at ₹78,610 per 10 grams, while the rate per gram was ₹7,861, as reported by Financial Express. Furthermore, the price of 22-carat gold was ₹72,059 per 10 grams.
The price of 24-carat gold has experienced a significant decrease of 0.13% in the past week and 1% in the past ten days. While silver is currently available for purchase at a price of ₹97,480 per kilogram.
Dhanteras: A Day Of Prosperity
Dhanteras, celebrated on the thirteenth day of Krishna Paksha, marks the start of Diwali festivities. It is dedicated to Lord Dhanvantari, the deity of health and Ayurveda, and is believed to bring wealth, health, and abundance. People in India observe this day by praying, purchasing valuable items, and sending heartfelt wishes. Dhanteras, a day in Hindu tradition, holds significant cultural and spiritual significance. A day believed to usher abundance into homes.
People believe buying gold, silver, and other valuables on Dhanteras, a day of auspicious buying, will bring prosperity and safeguard their wealth in 2024. The puja muhurat is observed from 06:31 PM to 08:13 PM.
Also Read: Buying Utensils On Dhanteras? This Is The Guidebook To Follow
So, how are you going to celebrate this year’s Dhanteras? Do let us know!
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