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Gold coins, bars, ETFs and mutual funds offer different ways to invest in the yellow metal this Dhanteras. Here are their key features, purity levels, costs, liquidity, and tax implications to help you understand which option best suits your purchase or investment needs.

According to Dripkpanchang, Dhanteras Puja Muhurat is between 06:02 PM to 07:57 PM (Duration - 01 Hour 56 Mins).

Dhanteras 2026 falls on November 6, with families buying gold, silver and utensils to welcome prosperity. The tradition is rooted in the worship of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari, linking the festival to both wealth and good health.

Dhanteras 2026 will be celebrated on November 6, marking the beginning of the five-day Diwali festivities. From gold and silver prices in Hyderabad to Lakshmi-Kubera Puja timings and buying tips, here is everything you need to know about the festival.

According to Drik Panchang, the gold-buying muhurat for Kolkata begins at 10.30 am on November 6 and continues until 6.37 am on November 7.

Gold and silver prices today, 6 November: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.

Dhanteras 2026: Planning to buy gold or silver on this auspicious occasion? Explore the top five options available across budgets, understand their costs and features and know what to check before making a purchase.

Explore Dhanteras 2026 fintech offers from super.money, Angel One and JioFinance, including 10 digital gold, 3% cashback, 11 daily mutual fund SIPs and reward-point redemption. Check eligibility, investment limits, charges and risks before participating.

Carnelians Vikas Khemani sees long-term opportunities in small-caps, but says investors must assess their risk appetite and investment horizon.

Planning to start a mutual fund SIP on Diwali or invest during Muhurat Trading 2026? Check these five important numbers, including expense ratio, five-year CAGR, Sharpe ratio and volatility, before investing for long-term wealth creation.

Planning to buy gold or silver coins this Dhanteras? Blinkit and Swiggy Instamart are offering coins from Joyalukkas, MMTC-PAMP, Kalyan Jewellers and others at discounts of up to 78%. Here are the prices, weights and deals to check before ordering.

Dhanteras 2026 falls on November 6, with gold and silver purchases considered auspicious. Check the gold-buying muhurat for New Delhi, important festival timings and four things to verify before purchasing jewellery, coins or other precious metals.

Banks open or closed today, 6 November: With Dhanteras celebrations underway, customers may be wondering whether bank branches will operate as usual. Here's what the RBI's holiday calendar says about banking services, branch timings and upcoming holidays in November.

A Bengaluru court ruled that a wifes qualifications, social media profiles or potential employability do not prove financial independence or automatically disqualify her from maintenance. 

There are several questions unanswered, including how the investors' accounts were accessed, who authorised the bulk liquidation of their US stock holdings and why the proceeds were allegedly channelled into concentrated positions in thinly traded Chinese securities.

Errors in EPF records, including incorrect names, dates of birth or employment details, can delay withdrawals and claims. Members can request eligible corrections through the EPFO portals joint declaration facility. Details here.

The Supreme Court upheld rules allowing deduction of pension earned from previous government service when calculating salaries for certain re-employed officials. Details here.

A Delhi passenger who missed his Bengaluru-bound flight after alleging delays by airline staff has been awarded 71,587 by a consumer commission. The airline claimed he had arrived late for check-in but failed to produce CCTV footage or other evidence to support its position.

Dhanteras 2026 falls on Friday, November 6. Families often shop before the evening puja, when worship during Pradosh Kaal is considered auspicious. Check shubh muhurat for making purchases in your city.  

Diwali cleaning is the perfect time to declutter not just your home but also your finances. A few key checks can help you organise your money and investments, review financial commitments, and bring greater clarity to your financial health.

Gold and silver ETFs rallied after the Democrats' US midterm election victory weakened Trump's political position. A softer US dollar, falling bond yields and geopolitical uncertainty supported bullion prices. Here's what drove the rally and what investors should watch.

Gold 10 grams or silver 1 kg prices over the next 1, 3 and 5 years? Experts share their price outlook for both precious metals and explain what investors should consider before buying and investing in them this Dhanteras.

The debate on lowering equity capital gains tax overlooks the higher tax burden on debt investments, even though bonds and bank loans are crucial to corporate funding.

NSC vs SCSS in 2026: Compare interest rates, five-year returns, investment limits, safety and tax benefits of these government-backed savings schemes. Find out which option offers better maturity proceeds and which provides senior citizens with regular retirement income.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami approved a 3-percentage-point dearness allowance increase for state employees, from 60% to 63% of basic pay, effective July 1, 2026. 

Gold ETFs and physical jewellery offer different ways to buy gold this Dhanteras. But which is more cost-effective? Compare brokerage, expense ratio, making charges, GST and other costs to understand how much you pay upfront and over time.

Following cabinet approval and announcement, the 8th Central Pay Commission was constituted on 3 November 2025. While the official implementation date has not been announced, 1 January 2026 is widely anticipated as the date the new pay scales will come into effect.

With Dhanteras and Diwali 2026 approaching, Malabar, Joyalukkas, Tanishq and Kalyan Jewellers have listed festive offers on gold jewellery. Here's a comparison of discounts on making charges, gold rate protection, old gold exchange benefits and other deals, along with their validity dates.

EPFO has reminded pensioners to submit their Jeevan Pramaan, or Digital Life Certificate. Here's how to submit it through three methods, the documents required and how the Aadhaar-based service works.

Axis Bank has announced Diwali festive offers on car loans, two-wheeler loans, home loans and credit cards. Check out 100% car financing, 30-minute disbursal, EV discounts, reduced processing fees and other benefits.

Gold prices in Sangli rose on November 5, tracking gains in global bullion markets after the US midterm results. Check the latest 24K, 22K and 18K gold rates and silver prices ahead of Dhanteras 2026.

Gold in Kolhapur rose 1,660, or 1.16%, on November 5, with 24-karat gold quoted at 14,517 per gram. Indian gold futures also climbed on fresh positions and firm spot demand, while weaker US dollar and Treasury yields supported global prices.

US midterm election results have impacted global bond markets after President Donald Trump's Republican Party lost control of Congress. Falling crude oil prices and easing borrowing concerns have pushed bond yields lower in India and overseas. What should Indian bond investors do now?

The price of gold rose on Thursday in Mangalore, in line with global trends, after Republicans faced a major setback in the recently-concluded US midterm elections 2026.

Gold prices have risen by nearly 14-15% since Dhanteras 2025. Here are the latest 24-carat gold rates, your one-year investment returns, India's gold demand trends and factors buyers should consider before planning investments for Dhanteras.

Dhanteras is traditionally celebrated on Trayodashi, the thirteenth day of the waning moon in the month of Kartik. In 2026, this specific tithi only begins on Friday morning.

Financial security gives young professionals the runway to pursue their passions without putting their savings, families or long-term goals at risk.

Gold prices in Bangalore rose sharply on 5 November, tracking gains in international bullion markets after the US midterm election results. With Dhanteras approaching on 6 November, check the latest 24K, 22K, 18K gold rates.

You can help loved ones buy insurance by paying their premiums, but rules on relationships, insurable interest and source of funds vary across policies.

Who gets a deceased government employees GPF balance, the nominee or the family? Centres 29 October clarification explains Rule 33 and exclusions.

The rupee opened at a two-week high against the dollar as falling oil prices and US election results lifted sentiment. However, analysts expect it may weaken in coming months, with high oil prices and weak investment flows continuing to pose risks.

Buying gold tomorrow on Dhanteras? Not all gold items require mandatory hallmarking. Check which categories are exempt under BIS rules and what buyers should look for on their jewellery bills.

Gold and silver prices today, 5 November: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.

The 8th Pay Commission has received fitment factor demands from employee and pensioner unions. Why are organisations seeking multipliers of 3.61 to 4.00? How did they calculate the minimum basic pay of 65,000 72,000, and what happens next?

Gujarat and Punjab announced a 3% DA hike for state government employees and pensioners on 4 November 2026. Check the revised rates, arrears and when employees and pensioners will receive the increased amount.

A widow won a 60 lakh income tax dispute after ITAT Pune accepted her explanation that the cash deposited in her bank account was gifted by her late husband for her and their two daughters. The tribunal ordered deletion of the entire tax addition.

Indias Defence Accounts Department is running a month-long campaign to help defence pensioners submit digital life certificates through more than 200 SPARSH centres. The initiative promotes Aadhaar-based face authentication, with extra assistance for people over 80 and persons with disabilities.

With face authentication technology, pensioners can generate their digital life certificates using smartphones from the comfort of their homes. This eliminates the need to depend on others or visit bank branches for routine pension verification.

A 1 lakh investment in silver three years ago would be worth nearly 2.49 lakh today, against 2.25 lakh in gold. Silver leads over one and three years, while gold edges ahead over five years, based on IBJA rates.

NPS subscribers could benefit from greater exposure to AIFs, REITs and InvITs as pension funds explore alternative investments. SBI Pension Funds MD & CEO Pranay Ranjan Dwivedi explains the potential returns, suggested allocation and risks.