Dhanteras marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival and is considered an auspicious day to bring wealth and good fortune into your home. Traditionally, people buy gold, silver and utensils, as they are believed to invite prosperity. But this year, you can think beyond the usual and make some new, symbolic purchases to enhance positive energy.

Items to buy for prosperity:

1. Brass and copper utensils - These metals symboli s e abundance and are considered highly auspicious. Items like brass lamps, copper pitchers or small pooja thalis make great additions to your home.

2. Lakshmi-Ganesh i dols - Bringing home idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha represents wealth and wisdom. They can be made from brass, copper, or silver-plated metals.

3. Broom - A new

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