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Hanoi enforces hard lane dividers to end chaotic traffic

Without installing physical lane dividers - such as on Vo Chi Cong and Pham Van Dong - Hanoi's traffic will remain chaotic and dangerous, say authorities.

Detailed plan for Ba Dinh Square expansion released by Defense Ministry

Historic area to undergo landscape and infrastructure enhancements.

Hanoi preserves historic names in new urban restructuring plan

In the administrative restructuring of Hanoi’s wards and communes, the city has not only retained the names of districts but has also revived historic ward names long embedded in the collective memory of generations.

Hanoi hotels sell out ahead of G-Dragon’s concert on June 21

The arrival of G-Dragon, along with several other renowned artists, is drawing a large influx of domestic and international visitors to Hanoi for a major event on June 21.

Tax agency explains real reason behind Hanoi business suspensions

The tax authority has clarified that claims suggesting some small businesses have shut down or reduced operations due to the implementation of Decree 70 are inaccurate.

Prime Minister orders swift probe into deadly Hanoi explosion

Following a house explosion that killed two people, the PM has urged immediate investigation and public safety measures.

Terrifying close calls highlight danger of Hanoi’s café train street

Despite ongoing bans, crowds of visitors continue to flock to Hanoi's famed railway café street, where narrow tracks run just inches from bustling cafés. In recent years, several alarming incidents have raised serious concerns about railway safety.

Police clear Hanoi’s Train Street cafés after near-tragic train incident

Tourists were escorted away after a man nearly fell under a passing train while filming.

Twice honored by Michelin, this Hanoi chicken pho shop is a local gem

Pho Tien on Nguyen Truong To Street delights diners with its rich broth and warm space, earning Michelin recognition in 2023 and 2025.

Close call: Western tourist nearly hit by train at Hanoi’s rail café street

A video has gone viral on social media showing a foreign male tourist narrowly avoiding being run over by a train while distractedly filming on Hanoi’s popular trackside café street.

Hanoi appoints two new leaders to key city positions

Truong Viet Dung and Pham Thi Thanh Mai were elected as vice chairpersons of Hanoi’s People’s Committee and People’s Council, respectively.

Hanoi Capital Command welcomes new commander in defense leadership update

Major General Dao Van Nhan, previously Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff of the Hanoi Capital Command, has been appointed to serve as the new Commander of the Hanoi Capital Command.

Hanoi pushes for timely launch of two Red River super bridge projects

Hanoi’s People’s Committee has issued an update on the implementation progress of major infrastructure projects, including the construction of Tran Hung Dao Bridge, Ngoc Hoi Bridge, and the roads connecting both ends of these bridges.

Hanoi to proceed with 2017 plan to reduce motorbikes in four urban districts

Despite safety and cost concerns, the capital will maintain its roadmap for reducing motorbikes by 2030.

Hanoi to begin work on two new metro lines in 2025

The city will break ground on Metro Line 2’s Xuân Đỉnh depot in October and start Line 5 construction within the year.

Hanoi to celebrate National Day with fireworks at five key locations

To celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and Vietnam’s National Day on September 2, the capital city of Hanoi will organize fireworks at five locations, alongside a variety of cultural and commemorative events.

Pho and noodle prices surge as vendors cite rising taxes

Hanoi eateries increase bowl prices due to new tax compliance costs and rising input prices.

Hanoi to host large-scale culture, heritage festival

The Hanoi People's Committee has issued Plan No. 157/KH-UBND on organising the Thang Long - Hanoi Festival 2025, aiming to honour, preserve and promote the values of cultural identities and heritage of the capital city.

Hanoi sets up committee for 80th National Day parade

Hanoi launches organizing body to plan the 80th anniversary parade of the August Revolution and National Day in 2025.

Students seek blessings at Temple of Literature before key exam

On the eve of Hanoi’s high school entrance exam, numerous students accompanied by families and friends visited the Temple of Literature - Quoc Tu Giam to pray for good fortune and success.