Vietnam's capital was shrouded in thick haze on October 26, with its air quality index reaching 172 and placing Hanoi third among the world's most polluted major cities, according to IQAir data.

Hanoi is considering absorbing more than 4,000 hectares from neighboring Phu Tho province, a move experts say could strengthen conservation of Ba Vi National Park while opening new opportunities for tourism and regional development.

From cameras and perfume to reusable water bottles, everyday items are on the prohibited list for BIGBANG's October 24-25 concerts at My Dinh Stadium in Hanoi, leaving fans scrambling to rethink what to pack.

Hanoi will host the first Global Craft Village Preservation and Development Festival at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel from November 13–16, with around 200 international delegates from more than 50 countries and territories.

On October 8, Hanoi Drama Theatre staged The Legend of Hoan Kiem Lake, the standout production in the Moments series of cultural industry events. 

Budget milk tea shops selling drinks for as little as VND7,000-9,000 (27-34 US cents) a cup are rapidly appearing along several streets in Hanoi, intensifying competition in the capital's beverage market.

Vinh Hung's strategic location near the Red River makes it a priority for Hanoi's urban redevelopment, as traffic congestion, flooding and shortages of schools and green spaces worsen.

Hanoi is consulting residents on a proposal to transfer more than 4,000 hectares from neighboring Phu Tho province to the capital, including parts of Ba Vi National Park, as authorities prepare the plan for parliamentary approval.

Hanoi's housing market is entering a rebalancing phase, with new supply continuing to move toward suburban and fringe urban areas while buyers become increasingly cautious. High-end and luxury apartments continue to dominate the market.

The proposal to widen Ring Road 2, from Nga Tu So to Cau Giay is not merely about adding lanes to relieve current traffic jams. It is also a test of Hanoi’s planning mindset, shaping the city’s spatial structure for the next generations.

Hanoi is aiming for 11 percent annual growth by restructuring its economy toward knowledge services and high-tech industries for the new era.

With the motto of “breakthrough action, radiating results” the city is developing scenarios to strive for double-digit growth

Many homebuyers assume that with VND6 billion ($228,300), it should be easy to find a comfortable two-bedroom apartment in downtown Hanoi. The reality, however, is much tougher.

Surging gold prices have made Tran Nhan Tong Street, the capital city’s “gold street”, abuzz with activity. Alongside the bustling gold and jewelry trade, property prices on the street have soared, surpassing VND1 billion per sqm.

Every morning, Phuong Anh, a third-year university student in Hanoi, wakes up at 6 am in her 15-sqm rented room in Thanh Xuan to make it to class which starts at 7 am.

Under a draft land-price framework proposed by Hanoi from 2026, several streets in the former Hoan Kiem district, the central area of the city, are expected to reach a record rate of more than VND702 million per sqm.

Once dubbed 'guesthouse street', Tran Duy Hung now becomes one of Hanoi's priciest streets. Real estate prices at prime spots hit VND1 billion/sqm.

Hanoi is advancing green transportation as part of its sustainability goals but faces challenges like limited charging infrastructure, inconsistent regulations, and high electric vehicle costs.

The Hanoi People’s Council has approved a resolution outlining a list of underground work sites that are encouraged for investment and construction in the city.