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the Significance of Akshaya Tritiya
New Delhi: Akshaya Tritiya is being celebrated on April 19, 2026, and is considered highly auspicious for financial and spiritual activities. The Tritiya Tithi begins at 10:49 AM on April 19 and ends at 7:27 AM on April 20. The most favourable period for buying gold and making investments starts at 10:49 AM and continues until early morning the following day.
The term “Akshaya” means “never diminishing,” symbolizing continuous the prosperity and success. It is widely believed that any activity initiated on this day yields lasting positive results. According to the Hindu traditions, the day also marks the beginning of Treta Yuga and is associated with the birth anniversary of Parashurama, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
Devotees begin the day by cleaning their homes and setting up a sacred space for worship. Idols of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi are worshipped with flowers, incense and prayers. Offering sweets such as kheer is considered auspicious. Charity is also an important part of this day, donating food, clothes or money is believed to bring long-term blessings and prosperity.
People traditionally invest in assets that symbolize wealth and growth. Gold jewellery, coins and bars are the most popular purchases, followed by the silver items. Many also choose this day to invest in property or begin new financial ventures such as mutual funds or systematic investment plans.
New Delhi: 10:49 AM - 12:20 PM
Mumbai: 10:49 AM – 12:38 PM
Pune: 10:49 AM – 12:34 PM
Bengaluru: 10:49 AM – 12:19 PM
Chennai: 10:49 AM – 12:08 PM
Hyderabad: 10:49 AM – 12:15 PM
Ahmedabad: 10:49 AM – 12:39 PM
Jaipur: 10:49 AM – 12:26 PM
Chandigarh: 10:49 AM – 12:22 PM
Kolkata: 10:49 AM – 11:36 AM
Gurgaon: 10:49 AM – 12:21 PM
Noida: 10:49 AM – 12:20 PM
