New Delhi: Amidst the deteriorating situation in the Middle East once again, a massive surge in gold and silver prices was recorded on Thursday. Consequently, gold and silver have become more expensive in India as well. People are also earning substantial returns by investing in Post Office schemes. Furthermore, farmers may soon receive some good news. Additionally, you can now apply for your children’s Aadhaar cards from the comfort of your home without having to face any hassles.
Today’s Key News Roundup — April 30, 2026
🥇 Gold & Silver Prices Surge on MCX Today
Triggered by escalating Middle East tensions
| Metal | Opening Price | 4 PM Price | Day’s High | Day’s Low | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | ₹1,49,499 | ₹1,51,556/10g | ₹1,51,595 | ₹1,49,069 | ▲ ₹2,518 (+1.69%) |
| Silver | ₹1,49,499 | ₹1,51,556/kg | ₹1,51,595 | ₹1,49,069 | ▲ ₹2,518 (+1.69%) |
⚠️ Expiry Date: June 5, 2026 futures contracts on MCX 📈 Middle East instability continues to drive safe-haven demand for precious metals
🌾 PM Kisan Samman Nidhi — 23rd Instalment Coming Soon
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Expected Release | First week of July 2026 |
| Instalment Number | 23rd |
| Amount per Farmer | ₹2,000 |
| Beneficiaries | 9 crore+ farmers |
| ⚠️ Critical Requirement | e-KYC must be completed |
📮 Post Office Time Deposit — Interest Rate Reminder
| Tenure | Interest Rate |
|---|---|
| 1 Year | 6.9% p.a. |
| 2 Years | 7.0% p.a. |
| 3 Years | 7.1% p.a. |
| 5 Years | 7.5% p.a. (Maximum) |
Step-by-Step Process:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1️⃣ | Visit the nearest Aadhaar Enrollment Centre |
| 2️⃣ | Fill out the Aadhaar Enrollment Form |
| 3️⃣ | Provide the parents’ Aadhaar number in the form |
| 4️⃣ | The child’s photograph will be taken at the centre |
| 5️⃣ | Address & biometric data sourced from parents’ Aadhaar |
| 6️⃣ | Submit the child’s Birth Certificate copy |
| 7️⃣ | Receive the Enrollment Slip from the Aadhaar executive |
| 8️⃣ | Use the Enrollment Number on the slip to track the application status |
Gold and Silver Rates on MCX
On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures with an expiry date of June 5, 2026, opened at ₹1,49,499. This marks an increase of ₹449 compared to the previous closing price. By 4:00 PM, the market witnessed a further rally, and the price surged by ₹2,518 to reach ₹1,51,556 per 10 grams. This represents a recorded increase of 1.69 per cent. At the time of writing, the day’s high was recorded at ₹1,51,595, while the low stood at ₹1,49,069.
Check Silver Prices on MCX
On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), silver futures with an expiry date of June 5, 2026, opened at ₹1,49,499. An increase of ₹449 was recorded compared to the previous closing price. By 4:00 PM, the market gained momentum, and following an increase of ₹2,518, the price was recorded at ₹1,51,556 per 10 grams. This reflects a recorded increase of 1.69 per cent. The day’s high reached ₹1,51,595, while the low touched ₹1,49,069.
Farmers to Receive Good News Soon
Farmers enrolled under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme may soon receive some good news. It is expected that the Central Government may release the upcoming instalment of this scheme during the first week of July. In this instalment, over 90 million (9 crore) farmers are set to receive a payment of ₹2,000 each. If you wish to avail the benefits of the upcoming—specifically the 23rd—instalment, do not delay. You should complete certain essential tasks beforehand. Failure to complete your e-KYC could result in the funds being withheld.
Post Office Schemes: A Robust Investment Option
If you are looking to earn money by investing in the Post Office, do not hesitate. You have likely heard of the Post Office’s Time Deposit scheme. The government is currently offering attractive interest rates on these schemes. The maximum annual interest rate offered stands at 7.5%.
Interest rates are provided here based on the investment tenure. An interest rate of 6.9% is offered on a 1-year Time Deposit, 7% for 2 years, 7.1% for a 3-year investment, and 7.5% for investments held for 5 years.
How to Apply for an Aadhaar Card for Children Under 5 Years of Age
To do this, you must visit a nearby Aadhaar Enrollment Centre
Next, fill out the Aadhaar enrollment form; you will also need to provide details regarding your own Aadhaar number within the form.
For the Aadhaar application of a child under 5 years of age, one of the parents must provide their own Aadhaar details.
Additionally, a photograph of your child will be taken.
Subsequently, the address and other biometric data will be sourced from the parents’ Aadhaar records.
You will then be required to submit a copy of the child’s birth certificate.
The Aadhaar executive will then issue you an enrollment slip.
Finally, the enrollment number provided on the slip can be used to track the status of the Aadhaar card application.
