What is Dhanteras festival & which deities are worshipped on this day?

Dhanteras or Dhanatrayodashi, marks the beginning of the Diwali festival. It is considered auspicious to invest in gold and silver on this day, as doing so is believed to bring prosperity and good fortune to families and businesses. People worship Goddess Lakshmi (Goddess of wealth), Lord Yama (God of death), Lord Kubera (God of wealth), and Dhanawantri (God of health).