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Hanoi churches shine brightly in Christmas festivities

From vibrant lights to lively choirs, Hanoi’s renowned churches bring festive cheer to locals and tourists alike, offering a warm holiday experience despite the cold weather.

Suspect admits to setting Hanoi karaoke fire that killed 11 people

Angered by a fight, Cao Van Hung allegedly doused a karaoke venue in Hanoi with gasoline and set it ablaze, resulting in 11 deaths.

Suspect charged with murder following Hanoi café fire that killed 11

Hanoi police have arrested and charged a man with murder in connection with a devastating café fire that claimed 11 lives on December 18.

Hanoi addresses decade-long delays in Me Linh urban projects

Stalled urban projects in Me Linh, some delayed for over a decade, are under review by Hanoi for continuation or termination.

Hanoi to ban polluting vehicles, with subsidies for electric alternatives

With over 8 million motor vehicles contributing to dangerous pollution levels, Hanoi will implement low-emission zones and encourage the use of clean transport.

Air pollution in Hanoi worsens in winter, fine dust levels exceed safe limits

Hanoi’s air pollution has reached dangerous levels, with PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations exceeding safe limits, posing significant health risks for residents.

Hanoi tightens airport health checks amid Congo mysterious disease outbreak

The Hanoi Centre for Disease Control has been tightening health checks at the Noi Bai International Airport amid Congo mysterious disease outbreak.

Hanoi’s master plan targets per capita GRDP of 46,000 USD by 2050

Hanoi’s per capita gross regional domestic product (GRDP) is expected to hit 45,000 - 46,000 USD while the urbanisation rate reach 80-85% by 2050, according to a newly-approved master plan for Hanoi in the 2021 - 2030 period with a vision to 2050.

Government approves $1.4 billion for Metro Line 2 in Hanoi

The Nam Thang Long – Tran Hung Dao metro line, approved with a VND 35.588 trillion ($1.4 billion) investment, will begin construction in 2025, marking a crucial step in Hanoi’s urban transit development.

Hanoi Chairman urges calm amid major administrative restructuring

Hanoi’s Chairman Tran Sy Thanh has urged civil servants and leaders to remain calm as the city embarks on significant administrative restructuring aimed at streamlining operations and boosting efficiency.

Hanoi's tourism in 2024 flies beyond expectations

Hanoi’s tourism sector made exceptional progress in 2024, with visitor numbers surpassing prior expectations.

Hanoi launches crime suppression campaign ahead of Tet 2025

The Hanoi Police Department has mobilized a massive operation to combat crime, ensure public safety, and enhance traffic management before, during, and after the 2025 Lunar New Year (Tet).

How will Hanoi transition to low-emission zones?

Starting in 2025, Hanoi will trial low-emission zones in Ba Dinh and Hoan Kiem districts, raising questions about how residents and workers will adapt to stricter vehicle restrictions.

Ba Dinh and Hoan Kiem districts selected for Hanoi’s low-emission zone pilot

As part of a citywide pollution reduction effort, Hanoi will ban high-emission vehicles in selected districts and support residents in transitioning to clean energy transport.

Hanoi greenlights $420 million horse racing track in Soc Son District

Hanoi has approved a master plan for Soc Son Urban Subdivision Zone 3, featuring a $420 million horse racing track alongside parks, schools, and hospitals.

Hanoi plans to build nearly 600km of urban railway by 2045

The initiative is aimed at reducing traffic congestion, improving transportation infrastructure, boosting the city’s socio-economic growth and mitigating environmental pollution.

1,200 apartments in two projects in Hanoi open for purchase by foreign nationals

Hanoi’s authorities have granted approval for more than 1,200 apartments in two prominent residential projects, Lumi Hanoi and Heritage West Lake, to be sold to foreign buyers.

Requiring practice cards, Hanoi city places more barriers for moto taxi drivers

Hanoi’s intention to require motorbike taxi drivers to have an official practice card is facing strong opposition from drivers and economists.

Hanoi to limit polluting vehicles in pilot low-emission zones

Proposals for fees and charges for pollution-emitting vehicles travelling in low-emission zones are expected to be imposed too.

Hanoi’s Christmast market getting warm with diverse products, affordable prices

As Christmas is less than two weeks away, the gift and decoration market in Hanoi is becoming bustling with a variety of eye-catching products at affordable prices.