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Center-Right Owned by HT Media Ltd.Dhanteras 2026 gold buying race: 10 cities in India where yellow metal is a religion – Is your city on the list?
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Gold prices have risen by nearly 14‑15% since Dhanteras 2025, prompting many investors to check the latest 24‑carat rates and one‑year returns ahead of Dhanteras 2026. For Indian households, buying gold or silver during Diwali and Dhanteras remains a generational tradition that marks an auspicious occasion and serves as a means of preserving wealth. This year, however, attention is also turning to silver, which is being highlighted as a rapidly emerging high‑potential investment alongside gold.
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In November 2026, Indian banks will take several days off to celebrate Diwali and various regional festivals. Banks will close their doors on November 9, 10, and 11 across different states, each holiday showcasing the unique cultural significance of the festivities. Customers are encouraged to…
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The festive season has kicked off with Dhanteras, or Dhantrayodashi, being celebrated today, on Friday, November 6, 2026. The day is considered auspicious, and buying precious metals like gold, silver, or utensils is especially auspicious, symbolising lasting prosperity. It is considered to be one…
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Which 10 Indian cities have the strongest gold-buying traditions this Dhanteras? From Chennai's T. Nagar to Mumbai's Zaveri Bazaar and Jaipur's Johari Bazaar, explore the jewellery hubs where gold holds a special place in festive celebrations.
