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Center-Right Owned by HT Media Ltd.Dhanteras 2026 date and time today for gold, silver purchase: Shubh muhurat for buying precious metals on auspicious day
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On 6 November, retail rates for 24‑karat and 22‑karat gold and 999 silver were reported for Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata, with market updates from the MCX. The same day, a rise in gold prices was reported to be affecting Dhanteras sales, with 22‑carat gold quoted at ₹1,31,500 for 10 grams. Earlier coverage noted that a previous fall in gold prices had boosted Dhanteras sales, but current figures show a price increase.
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India's gold jewellery demand fell 20 per cent in volume terms in the September quarter, while its value rose 16 per cent year-on-year.
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In Delhi, prices for 22 karat-gold declined to ₹1,30,543 from ₹1,32,367, and those for 24-karat gold declined to ₹1,42,515 from ₹1,44,506.
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Dhanteras 2026 falls today on 6 November. Check the latest 22K and 24K gold rates, silver prices and auspicious shopping muhurat in Kochi and Thrissur, including Pradosh Kaal timings and important buying tips for Kerala households.
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Dhanteras 2026 falls on November 6, with the gold-buying muhurat in New Delhi beginning at 10.30 am and continuing until 6.37 am on November 7. Here are the auspicious timings and key checks for buying gold, silver and jewellery.
