Overview

• Dhanteras falls on October 18, with Trayodashi tithi running from 12:18 PM on October 18 to 1:51 PM on October 19, per Drik Panchang.
• The most auspicious puja time is during the evening Pradosh period, with city windows published, for example New Delhi 07:16–08:20 PM, Mumbai 07:49–08:41 PM, and Kolkata 06:41–07:38 PM.
• Yama Deepam, the protective lamp for Lord Yama, is recommended at dusk, with guidance listing 05:48–07:04 PM for the ritual.
• Tradition centers on worship of Lakshmi, Kuber and Dhanvantari, with customary purchases such as gold or silver, copper or brass utensils, home appliances, and even a new broom to invite prosperity.
• Some astrologers advise avoiding steel or iron buys, a belief-based view also reflected in lists that typically discourage sharp objects, black items, and oil or ghee purchases on the day.