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Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has stressed on the need of ensuring citizens' access to the entire opportunities of labour and employment. 

Launching the Shramsansar online portal on the occasion of the 136th International Workers' Day (May Day) today, the Prime Minister was of the view of addressing challenges in regard with foreign employment. 

He pressed the need that all government services relating to labour, employment and social security should be made easily accessible to all citizens by integrating the Portal into the Nagarik App. 

Speaking of the inevitability of IT technology in the achievement of the goal of "Prosperous Nepal, Happy Nepali", he said the role of IT is vital in building the knowledge-based society, digital economy, achieving the goals of development and prosperity and providing services to the citizens in an easier way.  

As he said, the government has considered the need to incorporate the uses of IT in the labor market in the upcoming government policies and programs. 

Stating that the development of strategic plans is underway to observe the upcoming decade as the Decade for Promoting Internal Service, he called all to be part of this initiative. 

The Portal aims to support employment-related matters, analyze labour demand and supply, regulate employers, and improve access to services without physical or bureaucratic barriers. By enhancing skills and regulating the labour force, the system seeks to promote grassroots inclusion and contribute to national prosperity.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli announced that eye health would be integrated into the national Health Insurance Program.

PM Oli said so while inaugurating the international conference named '2030 In Sight Live Nepal' organized by various health organizations including the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB).

The event is a gathering of leaders, innovators and policy-makers where they deliberate on measures, collaborative initiatives and actions to achieve the goals outlined in 2030 In Sight Strategy to ensure that eye health is available to everyone by 2030.

On the occasion PM Oli reaffirmed the government's commitment to strengthen the primary healthcare system and achieve the SDGs.

Oli reiterated that the government prioritizes eye health and thus is going to integrate it in the national insurance program. He also highlighted the government's prioritization of eye-care services, especially for those people at the risk of losing their vision.

The PM acknowledged the pivotal role played by the 'Rapid Assessment of Avoidable Blindness' survey conducted in 2022 in shaping the country's eye-health priorities.

Furthermore, he informed that the National Health Sector strategy that has outlined the commitment to expand the coverage of cataract surgery from the current 35-45 percent to 75 percent by 2030.

Stating that no country could achieve the desired results in the eye health sector, the PM, thus, called for a greater global collaboration.

He asserted that the incumbent government had recognized eye health as an important aspect of the public healthcare system, he shed light on the government's initiatives such as eye-screening tests and imparting nursing programs at school level, and that he had contributed in promoting gender equity and gender access to education.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has opined that everyone should have a deep sense of gratitude and dedication towards mothers as they are the direct manifestation of mother Earth.

In his message of best wishes shared through a social site today on the occasion of the Matatirtha Aunshi festival, the Prime Minister wished for deepening the feeling of dedication and gratitude towards all mothers.

PM Oli has expressed heartfelt respect and tributes to all mothers on the day of Matatirtha Aunsi, a special day dedicated to paying gratitude and reverence to the mother. He stated that he cannot recollect his mother's face as she passed away when he was four years old.

"My mother's face is not very clear in my memory, because I was bereft of my mother's warm embrace when I was four years old. For me, the birthplace became a mother's image," the Prime Minister wrote in his social site post.

"Today is Matatirtha Aunshi or Mother's Day and I vaguely remember my mother's face,” he added.

Visiting Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.

During the meeting held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, Singha Durbar, today, various aspects of mutual friendship between the two countries as well as of trade and investment were discussed.

Lauding the speedy progress achieved by the UAE in the development sector, Prime Minister Oli urged the Deputy Prime Minister Abdullah for investment in various sectors in Nepal including hydropower and green energy. 

Similarly, Deputy Prime Minister Abdullah said that he would encourage entrepreneurs of the UAE for investment expansion in various sectors of Nepal including tourism, energy and agriculture.

Abdullah, who arrived here on Tuesday on a two-day visit, said the UAE was ready to sign a free trade agreement with Nepal.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation on Wednesday.

During the conversation, PM Oli expressed sadness over the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir.

The Prime Minister also thanked the Indian government for offering condolences following the incident in which a Nepali citizen also lost his life.

Informing about the telephone conversation held with Indian Prime Minister Modi, Prime Minister Oli through social media X said that he stands with India in the fight against such terrorist attacks.

Brazilian football legend Roberto Carlos called on Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singha Durbar on Wednesday.

Renowned football player Carlos is currently in Nepal to attend the ongoing Nepal Super League (NSL) third season football championship underway at Dashrath Stadium as a special guest.

On the occasion, PM Oli welcomed the football star Carlos and said that his visit to Nepal inspired the players and youths here.

Stating that Nepal and Brazil enjoyed a cordial diplomatic relation, the PM stressed on exchange of learning in the sports sector between the two countries. The Prime Minister urged the Brazilian former player to visit Nepal again with an itinerary of enjoying mountain flight and jungle safari.

In response, Carlos expressed gratitude for the hospitality accorded to him in Nepal and said he was pleased to meet with Nepal's Prime Minister, youths and athletes.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest left-backs in football history, Carlos made his senior debut for Brazil in 1992. He earned over 120 caps for the national team and was instrumental in Brazil’s 2002 FIFA World Cup victory in South Korea and Japan.

Carlos spent most of his club career at Real Madrid, where he played from 1996 to 2007. During his time with the Spanish giants, he won four La Liga titles and three UEFA Champions League trophies.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has condemned the terrorist attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. 

Taking to the social networking site X, PM Oli has extended deepest condolences to the victims of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.

"Nepal stands firmly with India and  strongly condemns any and all acts of terrorism", the PM said. 

Close coordination has been established with different agencies to verify reports of a Nepali national among the victims, the PM said, expressing commitment to provide all necessary assistance from the government. 

According to Indian media reports, as many as 26 people, including a Nepali national were killed and 10 others were injured in the attack. 

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that Bidhya Bhattarai resigned from her position as Minister for Education, Science, and Technology due to her health issues. 

During his address at an event marking the 76th anniversary of the Nepal Communist Party, the Prime Minister clarified that Bhattarai’s resignation was not a result of any lack of cooperation from his side, as some media reports had suggested.

"I appointed her as the Minister for Education, Science, and Technology, and our cooperation remained strong throughout. I was guiding her," Oli stated. "She resigned citing health issues, and there is no need to create unnecessary propaganda about it," he added.

The Prime Minister also expressed objection over the 'linking' the ongoing visit of Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba to Bangkok to potential efforts to destabilize the incumbent government. However, Oli reiterated that, as per the bilateral agreement, he would hand over the position of Prime Minister to Deuba after 15 months.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has invited agitating teachers, who have been staging protests in Kathmandu for the past 20 days demanding endorsement of the School Education Bill, for talks.

He called on the teachers for a dialogue while inaugurating the 11th National Conference of the Progressive Professors' Organization, Nepal in Kirtipur today

Saying that the present government is democratic and not oppressive, the Prime Minister said that the legitimate demands of the teachers would be addressed.

"The School Education Bill is under consideration in a  parliamentary committee. So, the teachers do not have to hit the streets to get the Bill addressed,” PM Oli said, adding, “The school enrollment campaign has already begun. So, please go to the school and carry out a student enrollment campaign.  Check the answer sheets of SEE.” 

Stating that the students and parents have suffered a lot due to the teachers' movement and it was also not benefiting the teachers as well, he invited  the disgruntled teachers for talks. 

"This is also not the right time for you to agitate when regressive elements are on the rise,” PM Oli cautioned.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that the incumbent government was fully effortful for good governance, development, prosperity and political stability. 

He said so while  inaugurating the administrative building of Ichhakamana Rural Municipality amidst a program in Chitwan today. 

The administrative building of Ichhakamana Rural Municipality of Chitwan was constructed at the cost of 390 million. 

Also speaking on the occasion, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Urban Development Prakash Man Singh said the incumbent government formed on the strengths of two big parties was committed to deliver development with good governance in the country. 

He urged the sides concerned to deliver service without any hassles to the general public. 

Ichhakamana Chairperson Dan Bahadur Gurung said they were working to realize the national aspiration of 'Happy Nepali, Prosperous Nepal'. 

The building was constructed on the joint investment of the federal government, District Coordination Committee and Ichhakamana Rural Municipality.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that there was no truth in the rumor of change in government formed on the partnership between two big political parties. 

Inaugurating the administrative building of Ichhakamana Rural Municipality of Chitwan today, PM Oli urged the local level leadership to focus on rapid development works keeping good governance. 

He said that the government was clear on its goals and destinations as the big parties with glorious history formed the incumbent government together to give stability, development and good governance to the country. 

"We are carefully engaged in delivering good governance, and making Nepal prosperous and Nepalis happy. You should also join this campaign with confidence. Let's all build the country together", the PM added. 

He expressed the belief that the new administrative building would ease service delivery and good governance of the rural municipality. 

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Urban Development Prakash Man Singh, Bagmati Province Chief Deepak Prasad Devkota and others were present on the occasion.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has made it clear that inhuman and heinous crimes committed during the conflict cannot be forgiven while taking the transitional justice to the final conclusion.

Inaugurating the Sixth National Convention of the National Ex-Army and Police Organization of Nepal (NEAPON) today, PM Oli, who is also the Chairman of CPN-UML, said that the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the Commission of Investigation on Disappeared Persons would carry out works to provide justice to the conflict victims.

Stating that there would be no further delay in the formation of these commissions, he made it clear that any kind of murder, violence, activities that disturb religious harmony and anarchy would not be acceptable as the country has already adopted the democratic system after defeating authoritarianism.

"We are now in a federal democratic republican system. You can go to the people and contest in the election. After winning the election, when the UML started unprecedented works for development and prosperity by forming a government of its own, we were displaced at the instigation of the reactionaries. We are now in a coalition government," he said on the occasion.

Prime Minister Oli further said: "We have a history of nation building and unity. We will hand over a prosperous and an undivided Nepal to the new generation. We will not allow the country's borders to shrink and the national pride to be harmed. We will move forward by keeping our civilized and cultured society intact.”

Reiterating that national unity with social harmony was necessary in a diverse country, PM Oli stressed the need to further strengthen the trust reposed by the ex-servicemen and police organizations in the country and the party as the UML was leading the campaign to foster national unity and social harmony.

He also called upon the UML to organize a youth conference on the occasion of Democracy Day on April 24 to celebrate people's rights and development.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s government finds itself besieged on multiple fronts. PM Oli faces perhaps his most severe test since returning to power, with simmering public discontent threatening to boil over into broader instability. Across the country, disparate protest movements are gaining momentum—from pro-monarchy rallies capitalizing on a growing nostalgia for the royal era to weeks-long teacher strikes paralyzing education sectors. The recent communal violence in Birgunj serves as a worrying harbinger of how quickly localized grievances can escalate into wider unrest.

The economic backdrop further compounds these challenges. With growth stagnating and inflation squeezing household budgets, public patience with political dysfunction has worn dangerously thin. Even within the ruling coalition, tensions have reached unprecedented levels as a section of the Nepali Congress (NC) has voiced open dissatisfaction with the government’s performance. Some leaders have openly questioned whether continued support for Oli’s administration remains politically tenable.

Multiple sources within both ruling and opposition parties confide that there’s growing anxiety that the current constitutional order could face existential threats if the government fails to regain control of the narrative. The resurgence of monarchist sentiment, once considered politically marginal, has particularly alarmed republican forces across the spectrum. 

Analysts point to a dangerous vacuum emerging where the state's inability to deliver basic governance has allowed alternative political models to regain credibility among disillusioned citizens. The peace process-era promises of stability, development and accountable governance have largely gone unfulfilled, with corruption scandals and bureaucratic inertia dominating headlines. Prime Minister Oli’s opponents argue his administration has exacerbated these problems through a combination of distracted leadership and poor prioritization. 

Meanwhile, the coalition dynamics present Oli with an excruciating dilemma. While he depends on NC support to remain in power, that very dependence limits his ability to take decisive action. This climate of uncertainty has reportedly led to a reactive rather than strategic governing approach, with policies being crafted more to placate coalition partners than address systemic issues.

NC President Sher Bahadur Deuba’s role as both stabilizer and potential disruptor adds another layer of complexity. The NC leader has so far resisted calls from within his party to reconsider the alliance, but his continued support appears increasingly conditional. Oli’s repeated public commitments to honor the leadership transition agreement with Deuba reflect this precarious balance. Deuba faces his own mounting pressures, with NC hardliners arguing the party gains nothing from propping up an unpopular government while sharing the blame for its failures.

With skeptical rhetoric within the ruling coalition out in public, Prime Minister Oli held a discussion with coalition partner Deuba on Tuesday morning. The hour-long meeting at Baluwatar addressed concerns about the coalition’s longevity and criticisms that its functioning hasn’t reflected true partnership. Sources close to Prime Minister Oli confirmed there’s no fundamental disagreement between the two leaders regarding the coalition’s validity or duration. 

“Historically, unresolved issues between our parties have been settled through institutional mechanisms, and this tradition will continue,” a Baluwatar source said. “Both leaders are likely to promptly address these matters through formal channels.”

The coalition’s coordination committee will convene within days, with NC Vice-president Purna Bahadur Khadka currently serving as its coordinator.  

These developments follow opposition leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal’s New Year statement predicting imminent government change. The Maoist leader’s careful framing—suggesting an NC-led government as the natural alternative—appears designed to encourage defections while maintaining plausible deniability. However, Dahal faces his own credibility challenges, with many questioning whether his frequent government change predictions amount to meaningful strategy or mere political posturing.

Within the NC, the debate over the alliance has evolved from muted grumbling to open dissent. Shekhar Koirala’s blunt assessment that the party holds power without real influence captures the growing sentiment among NC lawmakers who feel they bear the costs of governance without enjoying its benefits. 

The party’s younger generation, represented by figures like Gagan Kumar Thapa, has been particularly vocal in demanding course correction. “We thought that the coalition of two major parties would initiate an amendment to the constitution to improve governance and expedite development works,” Thapa said.“But this government has failed to meet the expectations of the people.”

Another leader Bishwa Prakash Sharma has suggested Prime Minister Oli to focus on governance and development, rather than spending his precious time confronting his detractors. NC’s message to the prime minister is clear: to build public confidence in this coalition, he must deliver and not deviate.  

As the pressure mounts, Oli’s room for maneuver continues to narrow. The Prime Minister finds himself caught between an impatient public, restive coalition partners, and resurgent opposition. His recent efforts to project confidence, including claims that the UML-NC alliance remains strong, appear increasingly disconnected from the political realities on the ground. 

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that the government alone is not enough to realize the common aspirations of a prosperous nation. "We can achieve success only with the joint efforts, hard work and contribution of all Nepalis inside and outside the country.”

In a message of best wishes on the occasion of the New Year 2082 today, Prime Minister Oli has said that in the new year we seek new energy new resolutions and new possibilities, and I am confident that this year will inspire us all to develop hope, enthusiasm and positive thinking for our common resolve to make the country prosperous and the people happy.

Describing ethnic, regional, cultural and religious diversity as common assets of our nation, he has emphasized that we should move forward by developing unity between them as a strength and not as opposing forces.

In his message, the Prime Minister has said that the youth generation is the potential of the nation and in order to bring their passion, energy and creativity into the mainstream of nation building the government has adopted a policy of making the youth self-reliant and confident through entrepreneurship, technology, education and self-employment.

“We should embrace the changes brought about by the country’s democratic system and resolve to move forward in a more positive direction. We should overcome the tendency to spread despair and instead move forward with faith in patriotism, unity and progress.”

Prime Minister and CPN-UML Chair KP Sharma Oli has said attempts to stop the journey of prosperity and development by weakening the UML would not be successful.

Addressing an 'awakening assembly' organized by the party's Rupandehi district committee in Butwal today, he said the reactionary elements at home and abroad who were trying to divide the UML had failed.

"Those who are thinking of decimating the UML and creating a UML without KP Oli will not be successful. I am not going to live longer, even after that stronger leaders than me will emerge in the party. We ourselves will draw the lucky lines for the development of this nation. Those who set fire to people's homes and escape after looting shops cannot do anything for the revolution and change," PM and Party Chair Oli said.

Stating that there was misrule and disorder in the country during the monarchy and Panchayat rule, he said the democratic republic was brought through the sacrificial struggle of the people and the government was making all efforts to strengthen it.

Prime Minister Oli urged all to contribute to the journey of prosperity and good governance without being distracted by the regressive elements trying to spread anarchy and rumors to defame this system by thinking of the rule of their misrule and autocracy in the past.

Stating that it was useless to pursue the principle of hereditary superiority in the modern times, PM and UML Chair Oli said the present government was committed to fulfilling the aspirations of the people for prosperity and development by strengthening the democratic republic.

Prime Minister Oli claimed that during the tenure of his government, various development projects, technology schemes and programmes such as various highways, hospitals, international convention centers, meditation centers and development of the agriculture production sector were brought to Lumbini.

UML Vice-Chairman and Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel stressed the need to move ahead by tearing apart the false propaganda that has been done to overshadow the good works done under the leadership of Prime Minister Oli for prosperity and good governance.

UML Secretary and Lumbini province in-charge Padma Aryal said they were ready to discuss the works done by the UML and the party leadership and urged people not to go after the false propaganda spread by the opposition and the regressive elements.

Chief Minister of Lumbini Province Chet Narayan Acharya, Minister for Land Management, Cooperatives and Poverty Alleviation Balram Adhikari, among others, were present on the occasion.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli participated in the sixth BIMSTEC Summit held on April 4 in Thailand, where he engaged in three significant events. He addressed the summit, held a one-on-one meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines, and conducted bilateral talks with Thai officials. The discussions with Thailand led to the signing of several key agreements, taking Nepal–Thailand relations to a new level.

Oli’s brief meeting with Modi has drawn considerable attention back home, as speculation continues over the nature of their discussions. There is a widespread perception that the relationship between the two leaders has not always been warm, and many wonder if this encounter has paved the way for Oli’s long-awaited official visit to New Delhi. However, a close reading of Oli’s statements upon returning to Nepal indicates that such a visit is unlikely in the near future. In fact, both Oli and his team appear uncomfortable when questioned about a possible India trip. On the other hand, Indian officials maintain that bilateral ties are on a positive path and that high-level visits could occur when the time is right.

India’s engagement with Nepal has visibly increased in recent weeks. The two countries’ judicial bodies recently signed an agreement to cooperate on legal matters, and a fresh Memorandum of Understanding has been signed to expand cooperation in agriculture, covering crop production, trade, and technology. There was initial speculation that Prime Minister Modi would attend the Sagarmatha Dialogue in Nepal, but Oli confirmed that Modi had declined the invitation due to a scheduled trip to Europe during the same period. According to Oli, India has committed to sending a high-level delegation in his place. The Nepali government is also exploring the possibility of having the Chinese Premier address the Dialogue.

In a major political development, Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane was arrested following a court order from the Butwal bench of the Tulsipur High Court in connection with a cooperative fraud case. His arrest came just days after he resumed his position as party chair and began overseeing party affairs. The timing and manner of his arrest, particularly its execution in the late evening, have drawn criticism from party leaders and supporters, who view it as politically motivated. DP Aryal has been named acting chairman of the party.

The re-arrest of Lamichhane has fueled rumors that the RSP may lean towards supporting the ongoing pro-monarchy protests, especially amid perceptions that the party’s commitment to the current political order is uncertain. The RSP is an ideologically diverse party, including liberals, conservatives, and left-leaning voices, making it difficult for the leadership to take a clear stance on political ideology without risking internal fractures. Instead, the party has focused heavily on issues of governance, appealing to a disillusioned electorate that is less concerned with ideology and more with performance.

Meanwhile, the pro-monarchy Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) organized a mass protest on April 8 in Kathmandu, marking the first major demonstration since the violent March 28 rally. The RPP is attempting to take charge of the royalist movement, though not without resistance. Prasai, the controversial figure behind the initial protests and currently in hiding, released a video accusing certain leaders of attempting to hijack the movement. RPP leader Rajendra Lingden is working to consolidate leadership, but other pro-monarchy groups remain hesitant to support him. Kamal Thapa’s faction, Rastriya Prajatantra Party Nepal, has stayed largely inactive, although Thapa has been vocal on social media, cautioning against blaming former King Gyanendra for the March 28 violence. Senior RPP leaders Rabindra Mishra and Dhawal Shumsher Rana are currently in police custody. The Jug Man Singh Gurung-led committee is preparing another protest in Kathmandu, demanding the release of those detained over the March unrest. Prasai, despite being underground, appears determined to position himself as a political leader, though he may face legal action for inciting violence during the protests.

In another significant political development, seven Madhes-based parties—both represented in Parliament and outside—have formed a unified alliance to advocate for the region’s shared interests. Their main agenda is to push for constitutional amendments that address long-standing issues in the Madhes. The alliance also aims to send a clear message to both royalist and mainstream parties, whom they hold responsible for growing public discontent.