Diwali 2023 festivities is about to begin in a few days' time with Dhanteras. Also known as Dhantrayodashi and Dhanvantari Trayodashi, the festival kickstarts Diwali festivities, and is considered an auspicious day to make new beginnings, buy gold and silver, new utensils and other household items. On Dhanteras, goddess Laxmi is worshipped along with Lord Kubera, the God of wealth. …