A controversial coffin parade in Ho Chi Minh City has sparked public outrage, raising concerns about traffic safety and advertising ethics.

Ho Chi Minh City will experience multiple heatwaves in March, with temperatures exceeding 37°C, while sudden localized storms may bring brief but heavy rains.

Under Decree No. 45/2025, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City may establish 15 departments and appoint up to 10 additional deputy directors, while other provinces are limited to 14 departments.

The Ho Chi Minh City Police have restructured operations by dissolving district police units, reducing administrative levels, and enhancing law enforcement efficiency.

Ho Chi Minh City’s Traffic Police have begun processing driver’s license renewals, ensuring a smooth, efficient procedure. Citizens can apply in person or online, with an 8-day turnaround.

The planning of large surrounding areas near metro stations aims to maximise urban space utilisation and develop integrated transportation infrastructure.

The mass folk dance will be the highlight of the 11th Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Festival, with around 3,000 participants performing live at Nguyen Hue walking street and over 50,000 people joining from 21 districts and Thu Duc city.

With Vietnam's commitment to developing smart urban areas, digital transformation, and sustainable environment, Vietnam and India have opportunities to promote strategic partnerships and extensive cooperation.

Ho Chi Minh City’s apartment supply is expected to exceed 40,000 units by 2027, with Thu Duc city accounting for half, according to Savills Vietnam.

Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Nguyen Van Duoc expressed his hope that PM Christopher Luxon’s visit will accelerate investment cooperation from New Zealand enterprises in the coming time.

The city has begun upgrading a 600-meter stretch of Chu Van An Street in Binh Thanh District to ease congestion and improve infrastructure, with completion expected within eight months.

Nguyen Thanh Nghi has been appointed as Deputy Head of Ho Chi Minh City’s Anti-Corruption, Waste Prevention, and Negligence Committee, reinforcing efforts to combat misconduct in the city.

A fraudulent loan scheme in Ho Chi Minh City tricked over 2,000 victims into paying fake insurance fees, resulting in nearly $175,000 in losses before authorities intervened.

The cluster in Bình Chánh District is now home to Phạm Ngọc Thạch University of Medicine, specialised hospitals and large medical facilities in the first phase of a project covering more than 33 hectares.

Trung Nam Group has submitted a proposal to build the Can Gio Bridge and Thu Thiem 4 Bridge under a public-private partnership, aiming to accelerate Ho Chi Minh City’s infrastructure development.

In a tense hour-long rescue, Ho Chi Minh City police successfully convinced a 22-year-old woman to step away from a dangerous suicide attempt.

Vietnam’s biggest pet festival, InterPetFest 2025, debuts in Ho Chi Minh City with 250 pets competing in runway and fashion contests.

A buffalo protecting its calf attacked two men in Ho Chi Minh City. Authorities are investigating the incident and have confiscated the victims’ electric fishing gear.

A charred body was discovered in a cemetery in Ho Chi Minh City. Police have identified the victim and are investigating the cause of death.