Hanoi ranks seventh among the top 10 domestic destinations for the Lunar New Year (Tet) 2025, according to one of the world's leading online travel platforms Booking.com.

With traffic volume increasing up to fivefold as Lunar New Year (Tet) nears, Hanoi’s roads have become gridlocked, requiring all-day intervention from traffic police.

Hanoi’s skies have been shrouded in haze, with air quality rankings labeling the city as one of the most polluted globally, a crisis demanding immediate attention.

The transition towards green transport like EVs (electric vehicles) is presenting both opportunities and challenges in the effort to improve air quality in Vietnam.

Hanoi citizens are being targeted by scam calls threatening to cut off their electricity unless immediate payment is made through fake platforms.

To combat environmental degradation, Hanoi plans a $23 million project to pump water from the Red River into To Lich River, with two potential pipeline routes under consideration.

With plans for nine additional bridges, Hanoi is enhancing its transportation network to support economic and social development.

Hanoi has proposed a $22.4 million emergency project to restore the To Lich River by diverting water from the Red River, aiming to tackle severe pollution and improve urban aesthetics.

Hanoi should consider adopting strong measures, inspired by cities like Beijing and New York, to combat its worsening air pollution, officials suggest.

A surprise food safety inspection has resulted in a $1,700 fine for Nguyen Ninh, a celebrated Hanoi brand, as authorities crack down on non-compliance with hygiene standards.

Thousands of Hanoi teachers have raised concerns about losing bonuses tied to additional income policies under Decree 73, prompting the city’s Education Department to take action to ensure fairness.

Under Decision No 1668/QD-TTg, signed by Deputy PM Ha, Hanoi consists of 30 administrative units, including 12 urban districts, 17 rural districts and a township. The planned area covers approximately 3,359sq.km.

Personal vehicles in Hanoi are growing at over ten times the rate of infrastructure development, leaving the city with 36 traffic bottlenecks despite efforts to manage congestion in 2024.

As part of its commitment to cultural preservation, Hanoi has launched a $7.6 million project to restore the historic Tram Gian Pagoda and Tram Pagoda.

Contractors have so far successfully tunnelled 647m of underground passageways of the Nhon-Hanoi Railway Station urban railway line project.

Streets across Hanoi were jammed with fans celebrating Vietnam’s AFF Cup win, using everything from pots to trays to express their national pride.

Hanoi’s master plan for 2045–2065 includes the creation of three cities within its administrative boundaries, focusing on balanced development, sustainability, and innovation.

Peach blossoms in Nhat Tan, Hanoi’s Tet hub, are blooming late due to storms, leading to higher prices and concern among growers.

The iconic Nguyen Ninh green rice cake facility in Hanoi has halted operations after inspectors found multiple infractions, including inadequate hygiene and labeling practices.

The Treasures of Humanity exhibition at Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam showcases Vietnam’s centuries-old crafts and honors the artisans who preserve and elevate these cultural traditions.