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Hanoi arteries get gridlocked as people flock to hometown on holiday

On April 27, the first day of the five-day holiday period, people thronged Hanoi’s gateways to return to their hometown, causing traffic to become overloaded.

Capital Planning, a breakthrough in urban space development

One of the core contents of the planning is the urban space development plan, creating a breakthrough in the development of the capital city.

Hanoi named among world’s 100 smartest cities

The capital city of Hanoi has moved up three places from 2023 to reach 97th in the 2024 Smart City Index.

Hanoi to host International Puppetry Festival 2024

The International Puppetry Festival 2024 is scheduled to take place in Hanoi in October with the participation of troupes from countries worldwide as well as public and non-public units in Vietnam.

Hanoi to let off fireworks on Capital Liberation Day

Fireworks are set to illuminate the skies over six venues across the capital from 9 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. on October 10 as a way of marking its 70th Liberation Day, as decided on April 23 by the Hanoi Municipal People’s Committee.

Hanoi unlikely to experience temperatures of over 40 degrees Celsius as rumor

The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting said that the capital city of Hanoi is unlikely to experience temperatures of over 40 degrees Celsius as information spreads on social media.

Cutting emissions from transport is key for Hanoi to tackle air pollution

Experts have said that air pollution has had an incalculable impact on public health and the economy, with cases of cardiovascular and respiratory illnesses increasing yearly.

Poetic Hanoi in the leaf-changing season of Dracontomelon duperreanum

As in a romantic film, Hanoi is transformed into a serene, lyrical city when the Dracontomelon duperreanum trees change their leaves.

Hanoi celebrates 1,085th anniversary of ancient Co Loa capital

This is an opportunity for the present generation to express gratitude to the ancestors who fought and sacrificed for the independence and freedom of the nation.

Volunteers work to revive Hanoi’s lifeless waterways

The team has cleaned nearly 100 highly polluted river spots since its formation, earning the National Volunteer Award in 2023.

BRT to be replaced by urban railways under Hanoi plan

Under the overall development planning which is now being amended, Hanoi aims to replace the existing BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) network with urban railways.

Colorful stage shows in Hoan Kiem Lake pedestrian area

The newly staged folk shows will be performed in Hanoi's Old Quarter, diversifying the offerings for tourists to Vietnam's capital.

Foreign diplomats explore Xu Doai culture

Foreign diplomats appreciate Vietnam's ability to preserve its distinct culture and the connection that the program fosters.

Hanoi moves three notches up smart city rankings

Hanoi has moved up three places from last year to reach 97th in the 2024 Smart City Index, as compiled by Swiss business school International Institute for Management Development.

Wastewater treatment project stalls, To Lich River revival uncertain

Experts say that nothing can help revive the ‘dead river’ of To Lich until the project on collecting and treating wastewater is completed.

Hanoi needs measures against rising juvenile crime

Juvenile crime rates have been on the rise in Hanoi.

Traffic jams hit capital as Hanoians begin working week amidst drizzle

Many streets throughout Hanoi on April 8 suffered heavy traffic congestion for hours from the early morning as drizzly conditions hit the capital.

Hanoi to establish a third city including two districts

After completing its second airport, Hanoi will establish another new city within the territory of Phu Xuyen and Ung Hoa districts, bringing the total cities under the capital region to three.

E-tickets introduced to Hanoi bus service

In a significant move to enhancing passenger convenience and safety, the Hanoi Public Transportation Centre (HPTC) joins hands with its partners to launch an e-ticket system for the capital city’s bus service.

Hanoi continues to lead localities nationwide in living cost

Hanoi was the most expensive place to live in Vietnam for the third consecutive years in 2023, according to the 2023 Spatial Cost of Living Index (SCOLI) report released by the General Statistics Office (GSO) on March 29.