India is a country that celebrates a host of festivals with much fervour and joy. These festivals help bind age-old traditions with our roots. One of such festivals is Akshaya Tritiya that will be observed on 18th April, 2018. Also known as Akha Teej, Akshaya Tritiya is celebrated on the third lunar day of the bright fortnight. Akshaya is a term in Sanskrit that means no decay. It is believed that this day brings good fortune and luck in your life. On this day, most people start new business, buy land or jewellery and invest in something. It is believed to initiate new beginnings on this day in order to bring good fortune and luck.