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Tragic house fire in Hanoi kills family of four

A fire that broke out before dawn in Hanoi claimed the lives of a couple and their two young children.

To Lich River revived with West Lake water amid flood concerns

Hanoi begins water diversion from West Lake to To Lich River, but experts address public concerns over water levels and potential flooding.

West Lake water officially flows to To Lich River to aid revival

Hanoi has begun redirecting water from West Lake to the To Lich River in a major effort to restore the long-polluted urban waterway.

Police investigate viral child abuse video involving Hanoi stepmother

Social media users are outraged over footage showing a woman allegedly abusing her stepson, prompting swift action from Hanoi police.

Hanoi records no ‘good air quality’ days throughout the entire year

Air pollution in Hanoi is so severe that not a single day in the past year was classified as having good air quality.

Mud eruption in Hanoi alley triggers evacuation of households

The Hanoi Urban Railway Management Board has arranged temporary housing for five households and provided business interruption support to one shop following a sudden mud eruption in Giang Van Minh alley.

Hanoi launches $2.2 billion belt road project to boost regional connectivity

Work has started on a key section of the Belt Road No. 4 – Hanoi Capital Region expressway, one of the largest infrastructure projects in northern Vietnam, with a total investment of more than 56 trillion VND (around 2.2 billion USD).

Residents pin hopes on low-emission zones for cleaner air

For many residents, the greatest expectation from LEZs is cleaner air. Vehicle exhaust has long been a pressing environmental issue for the city. Under current plans, by 2030 HCM City will have around 11.4 million motorcycles and 1.3 million cars.

International fine arts exhibition opens at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam

An international fine arts exhibition opened at Hanoi’s iconic Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature complex) on September 5, contributing to the promotion of the capital’s international exchange and image as a UNESCO Creative City.

Hanoi approves metro line 5 route from Van Cao to Hoa Lac

Hanoi has finalized the route and station layout for metro line 5, aiming to improve regional connectivity and ease urban transport pressure.

Hanoi to create Avenue of Heritage at iconic Hoan Kiem Lake

After clearing the “Shark Jaw” building, Hanoi plans a historical and cultural boulevard at the heart of its capital.

Hanoi opens to public feedback on low emission zone plan

Hanoi is fast-tracking plans to crack down on vehicle pollution with a draft regulation to establish Low Emission Zones (LEZ) across the city.

Free events in Hanoi for National Day: Museums, puppetry, concerts

During this year’s National Day holiday (September 2), visitors to Hanoi can enjoy free access to several museums, cultural landmarks, water puppet performances, and large-scale national concerts.

Hanoi restaurants offer free meals and shelter for parade attendees

Eateries across Hanoi opened overnight to serve free food and provide shelter to thousands of visitors during National Day parade preparations.

Capital to impose wide-ranging traffic bans ahead of National Day parade

Hanoi will restrict traffic from September 1 evening to ensure safety during the 80th anniversary celebrations of the August Revolution and National Day.

Massive fire destroys hundreds of vehicles under Hanoi's Vinh Tuy Bridge

Authorities are investigating a blaze that engulfed a parking lot, leaving hundreds of vehicles burned to their frames.

Hanoi aims to become Vietnam’s innovation capital through new policies

Scholars praise the city’s swift action to build a smart, synchronized ecosystem for science and startups.

Hanoi to launch virtual metro tickets on September 1

The non-physical tickets will apply to one-month and multi-month passes on Line 2A Cat Linh – Ha Dong and Line 3.1 Nhon – Hanoi Station.

Crowds flock to exhibition of national achievements

Six themed display zones offer the public a vivid look at the nation’s arduous yet glorious historical journey of development over the past eight decades.

Storms submerge 7,000 hectares of crops, displace hundreds in Hanoi

On August 28, the Hanoi Department of Agriculture and Environment reported that prolonged heavy rainfall over recent days had caused significant damage to public infrastructure and local agricultural areas.