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Gold buying on Dhanteras: What can you buy if not gold?

Times of India

Fundamentally, what needs to be understood is that investors should first assess whether they require gold in their portfolio before investing in it. Although gold has outperformed equities recently, it has also corrected by around 22% from its January 2026 highs. What are the factors to consider wh...

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 10:00 am

Pakistan's external debt nearly doubles to $135 bn in 10 years, China biggest lender

Times of India

Pakistan's external borrowing is projected to reach $135.1 billion by 2025, with much of the debt owed to China. The country's external debt increased from $68.673 billion in 2015 to the current level, reflecting a significant upward trend. Public and publicly-guaranteed borrowing comprises the majo...

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 9:42 am

Dhanteras 2026: Don't want to buy gold or silver? Buy a Jhaadu instead | Here's what it means and its significance

Mint

Dhanteras is synonymous with buying gold, silver and other valuables. However, a lesser-known tradition sees people purchasing a humble broom or jhaadu on the occasion. From household customs to religious beliefs, here's why the practice has continued over generations.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 9:27 am

'It was last to apply, meet security norms': Govt hits back on Starlink row

Times of India

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 9:27 am

Dhanteras shopping spree may cross Rs 1 lakh crore: What are buyers purchasing this festive season

Times of India

This year's Dhanteras shopping spree is anticipated to surpass Rs 1 lakh crore across the country. Gold and silver purchases alone may reach over Rs 60,000 crore, with consumers favoring lightweight jewellery and silver coins. Additionally, there's a noticeable surge in demand for traditional auspic...

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 9:10 am

Stock market today: Why did Sensex, Nifty50 rally today? Top reasons

Times of India

Stock market today: BSE Sensex ended the session at 81,028.02, up 1,718 points or 2.17%. Nifty50 closed at 25,030.35, up 494 points or 2.01%. Global equities suffered a sharp sell-off amid fading enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI) stocks following US President Donald Trump's defeat in the...

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 8:46 am

Bombay HC, Mahalaxmi Racecourse and Amitabh Bachchan's residence receive bomb threat email

Mint

Police and security agencies are investigating the email to identify the sender.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 8:35 am

Gold price today on Dhanteras: Check city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Pune & more

Times of India

Gold prices have fallen sharply in futures trade due to weak spot demand across major Indian cities. In futures contracts, the price declined by Rs 2,178 for December delivery on the Multi Commodity Exchange. Major cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi recorded decreases in the rates of 24K, 22K,...

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 8:22 am

Who is IPS Rajesh Kumar? Meet Arunachal Pradesh's new Director General of Police, who previously served in J&K, CRPF

Mint

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein welcomed the new DGP, Rajesh Kumar, and wished him a successful tenure.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 8:15 am

China's Type 004, the world's largest aircraft carrier, may be nuclear-powered; launch likely in 2027 | Details

Mint

China is reportedly accelerating construction of its fourth aircraft carrier, the nuclear-powered Type 004, which could be launched as early as 2027. The development is part of Beijing's wider ambition to build a nine-carrier fleet by 2035 and strengthen its naval reach.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 7:49 am

Ageing leadership, stagnant diversity, financial concerns define India's top 100 company boards

Mint

The share of women and directors under the age of 50 on the boards of the largest companies has seen little change in recent years. Women accounted for 20% of all directors in FY26, down from 21% in FY25, while the average age of directors rose from 63.5 to 64.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 7:30 am

Gold buying on Dhanteras: What's the outlook for Samvat 2083?

Times of India

Buying gold on Dhanteras is considered auspicious in many traditions. But the festive season comes at a time when gold prices have seen sharp corrections in recent months. Does that mean that gold has lost its glitter as an investment bet? Or are the current dips the right entry point?

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 7:30 am

Stock market holidays for Diwali: When are NSE, BSE open? Check Muhurat trading timings

Times of India

Diwali celebrations bring about a shift in trading hours on Dalal Street and MCX. On Dhanteras, the stock market will operate, while it will observe its usual Saturday closure. A special Muhurat Trading session is scheduled for Sunday, allowing limited customary Diwali trades. After this session, tr...

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 7:00 am

What is the gold price prediction on Dhanteras? Check November 6, 2026 outlook

Times of India

Gold price prediction today: Gold is witnessing profit booking after its recent rally. Sustaining above Rs 1,41,300 could help stabilise prices, while a break below this level may extend the correction towards Rs 1,40,337 and Rs 1,39,378. On the upside, Rs 1,42,425 remains the immediate hurdle, foll...

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 6:49 am

Rubio to leave Trump administration after midterm elections wipeout? Here's what we know

Mint

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reportedly discussed the possibility of leaving the Trump administration with White House officials. However, he has dismissed the speculation, saying that serving President Donald Trump until the end of his term has 'always been my plan.'

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 6:38 am

TheLiverDoc lambasts Deepinder Goyal as 'rage' mounts over ₹85,000 Temple device: 'Bad science', 'scam'

Mint

'TheLiverDoc' questioned Temple's scientific claims, particularly its ability to measure brain blood flow and 'entropy.'

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 6:37 am

Diwali, Chhath 2026: Delhi Police traffic advisory for Anand Vihar ISBT till Nov 15; what UP, Bihar passengers must know

Mint

Diwali, Chhath 2026: The restrictions and diversions have been imposed to ensure smooth vehicular movement and prevent congestion around the interstate bus terminal and nearby railway stations.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 6:15 am

Will banks remain closed for Dhanteras, Diwali and other festivals; check list

Times of India

In November 2026, Indian banks will take several days off to celebrate Diwali and various regional festivals. Banks will close their doors on November 9, 10, and 11 across different states, each holiday showcasing the unique cultural significance of the festivities. Customers are encouraged to revie...

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 6:11 am

Dhanteras 2026 shopping guide: Auspicious timings, what to buy, and what to avoid

Mint

The essence of Dhanteras is to welcome prosperity, a sentiment that relies on faith rather than the price tag of your purchase.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 5:28 am

Egypt Asks for Return of Ancient Mummy Behind Scots Controversy

Mint

Egypt said it has requested the return of the 4,000-year-old mummified remains of a priest whose removal from display at a Glasgow museum due to ethical concerns sparked debate in Scotland.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 5:13 am

NCLT declares Videocon promoter Venugopal Dhoot bankrupt over ₹12,668 crore dues to SBI

Mint

The tribunal has appointed Asish Narayan as the bankruptcy trustee and given Venugopal Dhoot seven days to disclose his full financial position. The trustee will now gather claims from creditors and submit a preliminary report within 90 days.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 4:55 am

Asian stocks plunge: Kospi tumbles over 7%, Nikkei sheds 3,000 points as AI-linked shares drag markets

Times of India

Asian equity markets witnessed drastic downturns, with Taiwan and South Korea hit the hardest in the trading frenzy. This sell-off arose from growing apprehensions about AI investments, particularly in semiconductors. Wall Street also saw an alarming plunge, wiping out $2.5 trillion in a single day....

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 4:02 am

France protest: 575,000 people take part in demonstrations across major cities; 70,000 police deployed | What we know

Mint

Protests swept across France on Thursday, with an estimated 575,000 people taking to the streets in the biggest demonstrations since unrest began in September. While most rallies remained peaceful, clashes with police in Paris and Lyon led to arrests and injuries.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 3:54 am

Sensex surges 1,718 points to close at 81,028, Nifty at 25,030

Times of India

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 2:53 am

Oil prices bounce back: Brent nears $100 after hitting a more than two-month low

Times of India

Crude oil prices are on the upswing following major declines fueled by geopolitical tensions. Brent crude approaches the $100 per barrel threshold, while WTI records similar gains. Ongoing conflicts in the Middle East have disrupted refinery operations, leading to a notable drop in global refining a...

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 2:51 am

Which are the top stocks to buy on November 6, 2026? Check list

Times of India

Stock market recommendations: APL Apollo Tubes, Lenskart, and Anthem Biosciences Limited - Hitesh Rathi, Technical Analyst (Equity & Derivatives) at Angel One has identified these as the top stocks to buy today on November 6, 2026.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 2:34 am

Petrol and diesel prices today, November 6: Check fuel cost in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru

Mint

West Texas Intermediate rose to trade near $91 a barrel on Friday, extending a rebound from a sharp selloff following a Democratic sweep of the US midterm elections.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 2:29 am

Gold loan defaults see almost 2x rise in 5 months

Times of India

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 2:11 am

Trump blames Democrats for market losses after US midterm elections; says 'we'll be bigger, stronger than ever before'

Mint

US President Donald Trump blamed Democrats for losses in Americans' 401(k) retirement portfolios following their sweeping midterm election victories. His remarks came amid a deepening selloff in artificial intelligence and technology stocks, raising concerns over market volatility.

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 1:45 am

Wall Street bloodbath: $2.5 trillion wiped out as Nasdaq suffers worst crash in 18 months

Times of India

Wall Street faced a dramatic selloff with technology stocks plummeting due to growing concerns about artificial intelligence spending. Investors reevaluated popular AI-related trades after midterm election results suggested potential tougher scrutiny in the industry. The Nasdaq dropped more than 5%,...

Posted on 6 November 2026 | 1:38 am

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