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Metro lines in Hanoi need better access to boost ridership

Despite being modern and punctual, Hanoi’s urban railway (metro) lines still struggle to attract riders due to limited accessibility and a lack of effective public transport integration.

Cat Linh - Ha Dong metro disrupted again during rush hour

A signal error at Cat Linh Station caused delays and forced route adjustments on May 30.

Hanoi to convert all buses to green energy by 2030

The Hanoi People’s Committee has set a goal to complete the transition to electric and green energy-powered buses throughout the city by 2030.

Mud erupts from metro tunnel in Hanoi, residents evacuate homes

An underground mud burst from a TBM site on Cat Linh Street shocked residents and prompted an emergency response from the metro project team.

Hanoi moves ahead with demolition of ‘Shark Jaw’ building

The demolition marks the first step in a plan to revitalise Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square, a symbolic space linking two major heritage zones -the Hoan Kiem Lake–Ngoc Son Temple complex to the south and the historic Old Quarter to the north.

Hanoi Tourism Festival 2025 on the horizon

Festival-goers will explore key city destinations, connect with travel businesses, experience traditional crafts and Old Quarter culture, sample signature local cuisine, and take part in tourism promotion activities.

Hanoi to begin Tran Hung Dao Bridge project in 2025

Authorities include the bridge in a 218-hectare land-use plan to improve east-west connectivity.

Power failure halts Nhon - Cau Giay metro line for nearly an hour

At 2:30 PM on May 23, a technical failure disrupted operations on Hanoi’s Metro Line 3.1, Nhon - Hanoi Station, specifically on the elevated Nhon - Cau Giay section, prompting an immediate power shutdown from Le Duc Tho Station to Cau Giay Station.

Hanoi family horrified after maid uses unwashed leaves, dirty rag water for tea

A female domestic helper in Long Bien District, Hanoi, has sparked outrage after being caught on camera squeezing dirty rag water into a pot of herbal perilla leaf tea prepared for her employer’s family.

Hanoi grandmother’s gate-climbing video captures enduring love

Millions watched as a 93-year-old woman tried to climb a gate to find her husband, a touching moment that transcended generations.

Hanoi to launch integrate e-ticket for public transport from Sept. 2

The system will be connected with multiple transaction kinds in the future, he said, adding the capital city approved the adoption of the multi-model e-ticket system using IT service leasing.

Hanoi approves land use expansion in Hoan Kiem with new projects

Hanoi has added four new projects to Hoan Kiem District’s 2025 land use plan, including the expansion of Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square, the site of the iconic “Shark Jaw” building.

Hanoi metro apologizes after AC leak forces passengers to use umbrellas

A rare technical fault caused water to leak inside a train on the Cat Linh - Ha Dong metro line.

Hanoi builds Halal-friendly future to attract Muslim travelers

In recent years, with increasing cultural exchanges, Muslim tourists have been visiting Vietnam, and Hanoi in particular, in growing numbers.

Hanoi begins construction of Tu Lien Bridge with $800mil. investment

The capital’s first Red River bridge project of 2025 begins, with more major crossings to follow.

Hanoi sets date to tear down iconic Shark Jaw building

The famous landmark near Hoan Kiem Lake will be demolished starting late May for urban revitalization.

After 22 years of planning, Hanoi still lacks public schools

Outdated forecasts and misallocated land have left Hanoi’s students competing for public school seats.

Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park to transform into an open smart science city

Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park is being developed as a national economic model, aiming to enhance community prosperity by fostering a culture of innovation and boosting enterprise competitiveness.

Long-standing school construction goals unmet in Hanoi

Despite resolutions dating back over a decade, Hanoi remains short more than 150 public high schools to meet student demand.

Public high school crisis: 30,000 students left behind in Hanoi

Rising population and limited school capacity intensify pressure on students and families.