Sat Oct 26 12:30:00 UTC 2024: ## Dhanteras and Diwali 2023: Auspicious Dates, Timings, and Rituals
**New Delhi:** The auspicious festival of Dhanteras, celebrated on the thirteenth lunar day of the Kartik month, falls on October 29th, 2023, marking the beginning of Diwali festivities. According to the Hindu calendar, the Trayodashi Tithi begins at 11:09 AM on Tuesday, October 29th, and ends at 1:13 PM on Wednesday, October 30th. As per tradition, the auspicious time for purchasing new items falls between 11:09 AM and 1:22 PM on October 29th.
**Worship of Lakshmi and Kubera:** The most auspicious time for the Lakshmi-Kubera puja is from 5:34 PM to 7:08 PM on Dhanteras. This ritual is believed to bring prosperity and wealth.
**Diwali and Kali Puja:** Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated on Thursday, October 31st, 2023. The Amavasya Tithi (new moon) begins at 3:22 PM on October 31st and ends at 5:23 PM on November 1st. The auspicious time for Lakshmi-Ganesh puja falls between 5:31 PM and 9:55 PM on October 31st.
Kali Puja, celebrated on the night of Diwali, is particularly prominent in Bihar, Odisha, and Bengal. This year, it falls on October 31st, with the puja muhurat being between 11:25 PM and 12:01 AM. Devotees believe that worshipping Goddess Kali on this night brings relief from suffering and fear.
**Important Note:** This article provides general information about the festivals and rituals. For detailed guidance and personalized recommendations, consult with a religious expert or pandit.
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