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Hanoi to go green with electric buses by 2035

Between 2026 and 2030, Hanoi aims for a mix of electric buses (50 per cent_ and buses powered by cleaner burning fuels like liquefied natural gas (LNG) or compressed natural gas (CNG) (50 per cent).

Hanoi accelerates cashless payments for parking fees

Hanoi is stepping up efforts to transition to cashless payments for parking fees, with a focus on incentivising residents and businesses while cracking down on non-compliant facilities.

Hanoi pilots smart transport operation system

The Hanoi Transport Department on July 4 kicked off a pilot programme on a transport operation centre (TOC) with technological applications to mange the transport network in real-time.

Hanoi accelerates development of nearly 100-hectare park after 26-year delay

The People's Committee of Ha Dong District, Hanoi, is accelerating efforts to clear land and finalize procedures for the construction of a 92-hectare park, which has been delayed for 26 years.

Historic villages inspire unique names of Hanoi’s newest streets

The Hanoi People's Council recently passed a resolution naming two streets, Trinh Tiet (Chastity) Street and Quan Tinh (Love Pavilion) Street, both over 500 meters long, in My Duc District and Long Bien District.

EURO 2024 ignites vibrant football culture in Vietnam

In the capital city of Hanoi, crowds of enthusiastic football fans gather in many craft beer and restaurants to watch thrilling matches.

Nhon - Hanoi Railway project misses deadline for 13th time

The Nhon-Hanoi Station Urban Railway (metro) project has yet to transport any passengers, despite plans to commence commercial operations in June.

Hanoi stops 150 projects, other projects receive extensions

Hanoi authorities have released decisions on taking back land, abrogating decisions on land allocation they had made before, and stopping the implementation of 153 projects.

To Lich River pollution: Black water returns despite initial improvement

On July 1, as West Lake discharged its flow into the To Lich River, the water color suddenly turned green, and the stench in the area significantly reduced. However, on the morning of July 2, the pitch-black color reappeared.

Hanoi announces 30 fireworks shows for October 9 to mark historic anniversary

The Hanoi People's Committee has announced plans to organize 30 fireworks displays across various districts at 9:30 p.m. on October 9, 2024, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Capital Liberation Day.

Hanoi should shift to all electric buses by 2030: expert

This chair of the Vietnam Clean Air Network, Hoang Duong Tung, has praised Hanoi’s plan to spend VND43 trillion to develop green buses.

Hanoi plans $50 billion investment for 600km urban railway network by 2045

Hanoi has outlined a comprehensive plan to mobilize nearly $50 billion to construct a 600km urban railway system by 2045. To optimize investment and maintenance costs, the railway lines will adhere to consistent technical standards.

Hanoi should promote its rivers and lakes more

The city’s unique natural features with a dense network of rivers and lakes creates the distinctive geographical and beautiful, characteristics of the capital city.

Breakthroughs in non-cash payments, improved digital economy

With great efforts made by Hanoi’s civil servants, non-cash payment has been applied to many daily activities, including shopping and parking for bus and public services, bringing convenience to people and avoiding loss of revenue.

Hanoi twins make headlines with identical exam scores

Twins Vu The Hoang Huy and Vu The Hoang Tien achieve remarkable identical scores on their 10th grade exams.

Preserving heritage: Hanoi's French house becomes a cultural hub

Ngo Quy Duc's project brings traditional Vietnamese crafts back into modern life, showcasing their timeless beauty.

Young volunteers of Hanoi Xanh clean up the rivers of the city

With the motto ’Wherever we go, it’s always clean’, they have carried out campaigns to clean up and pick up trash in polluted rivers and canals with the aim to revitalise the city’s waterways.

Pilot sidewalk usage fee collection proposed in Hoàn Kiếm District

The proposal came after assessing the current management status at 123 local streets in the city.

Strict nighttime alcohol inspections in Hanoi: No exemptions

The Traffic Police Department of Hanoi has ramped up nighttime inspections for alcohol violations, rigorously checking all drivers, including female motorcyclists.

Tourist's video of overpriced rose apples in Hanoi triggers police investigation

The police in Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, are investigating a viral video showing a street vendor charging a foreign customer 200,000 VND per kilogram of rose apples. The video has sparked significant public outrage and debate over the past few days.