Dhanteras, a revered Hindu festival, signifies the celebration of wealth and prosperity. Alongside the traditional purchases of gold, silver, utensils, and brooms, acquiring salt holds special significance. According to traditional beliefs, purchasing salt on this auspicious day is said to please Go...

The religious occasion is part of the Diwali or Deepavali celebrations, which begin this year on Oct 22 and conclude on Oct 27 with Bhai Dooj. The term "Dhanteras" is made up of two parts: "Dhan" means "wealth" and "Teras" means "thirteen." According...