Dhanteras
A Father's Sacrifice: How Bajrang Ram's Coin Savings Fulfilled His Daughter's Dream of Owning a Honda Activa
Oct 23, 2025 04:05 pm CST
A heartwarming tale from Chhattisgarh's Jashpur district where farmer Bajrang Ram saved coins for six months to purchase a Honda Activa scooter for his daughter Champa Bhagat. The showroom staff counted Rs 40,000 in coins while witnessing this extraordinary demonstration of a father's love and determination to fulfill his daughter's dream despite financial constraints.
Rising Gold Prices Drive Indians to Prefer Coins and Bars Over Jewellery During Dhanteras Festival 2023
Oct 19, 2025 02:13 am CST
Indian buyers shifted preferences to gold coins and bars instead of traditional jewellery during Dhanteras 2023 due to record-high prices, with overall sales volume down 10-15% but higher total value. The industry offered discounts on making charges to maintain interest during the festive season, while silver products also saw strong demand.
Dry Day Schedule During Indian Festivals: Liquor Availability on Dhanteras, Diwali and Bhai Dooj
Oct 18, 2025 05:47 pm CST
A comprehensive guide to liquor availability during the Indian festive season. Dhanteras and Bhai Dooj will not be dry days, but Diwali will see liquor shops closed in several states including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. The article details alcohol regulations, penalties for public drinking, and provides a complete schedule of upcoming dry days in November and December.