Vietnam: News
12 Apr 2024
HanoiHanoi's puppetry culture makes for an unmissable attraction
Hanoi, Vietnam's vibrant capital, boasts a unique cultural spectacle: its traditional puppetry.
11 Apr 2024
HanoiVietnamese billionaire sentenced to death in $12.5bn fraud case
A Vietnam court sentenced real estate tycoon—Truong My Lan (67)—to death over her role in a 304 trillion dong ($12.46 billion) fraud case, the country's biggest on record.
07 Apr 2024
ThailandThailand proposes Schengen-style visa to boost tourism: Know its significance
Thailand's Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, is leading discussions with Southeast Asian nations including Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam.
14 Feb 2024
Travel And TourismVietnam becomes the 'World's Leading Heritage Destination' of 2023
Vietnam has achieved the impressive title of "World's Leading Heritage Destination 2023" at the World Travel Awards, signifying a major accomplishment for the nation's tourism sector.
08 Jan 2024
Travel And TourismTop global kayaking destinations for every paddler
Exploring breathtaking landscapes while kayaking offers an adventurous and immersive vacation activity for those seeking an active getaway.
03 Jan 2024
VinFastTesla-rival VinFast plans EV battery plant in India
Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer VinFast is planning to set up its first Indian manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu, specifically in the city of Thoothukudi.
08 Dec 2023
NVIDIANVIDIA to discuss semiconductor cooperation deals in Vietnam next week
NVIDIA's CEO, Jensen Huang, is scheduled to meet with Vietnamese government officials and tech companies in Hanoi, Vietnam on December 11.
30 Nov 2023
United States of AmericaFormer US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger dies at 100
Former United States (US) Secretary of State and Nobel Peace Prize winner Henry Kissinger died at the age of 100 on November 29.
20 Nov 2023
Travel And TourismVegetarian foods you can relish in Vietnam
Vietnam ticks all the boxes as one of the most travel-friendly destinations.
17 Nov 2023
AppleWhy Apple's supplier shifted $330mn investment from India to Vietnam
Apple's key Chinese supplier, Luxshare, has reportedly opted to invest in Vietnam over India due to ongoing political tensions between China and India.
23 Sep 2023
SkodaSKODA debuts in Vietnam with KODIAQ and KAROQ SUVs
SKODA has officially entered the Vietnamese car market. It has launched two SUVs, the KODIAQ and the KAROQ, with the goal of becoming the country's leading European carmaker.
10 Jul 2023
NetflixVietnam demands Netflix to remove Chinese drama over map dispute
Netflix Inc. and FPT Telecom will take down the Chinese drama, Flight to You in Vietnam after Hanoi's assertion that the show violated sovereignty laws.
26 Jun 2023
BLACKPINKBLACKPINK to perform in Vietnam; creates record
K-pop is one of the most followed genres in the world and BLACKPINK enjoys a huge fan following. The girl group is known for their sassy and catchy music with their amazing moves.
21 Jun 2023
World Economic Forum (WEF)India ranks 127 out of 146 for gender parity: WEF
The World Economic Forum (WEF) ranked India at 127 out of 146 countries in its global gender parity index, behind countries like Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, and Nepal but ahead of Pakistan.
19 May 2023
ThailandExquisite bioluminescent beaches around the world you must visit
Do you manifest about dancing with the stars at night amidst a sparking and magical surrounding?
21 Mar 2023
Travel And Tourism5 unique man-made bridges around the world
Bridges around the world not only serve as a means for connecting people and places but also add to the aesthetic of the region.
20 Feb 2023
Food5 must-try flavorsome Vietnamese street food recipes
Vietnamese street food is known for its bold and complex flavors, with a perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and heat.
17 Feb 2023
Travel And TourismTraveling to Vietnam? Never do these five things
Traveling to a foreign country is exciting, but it comes with its fair share of nerve-wracking experiences.
22 Sep 2022
BooksRead these 5 books to understand Vietnam's culture thoroughly
Blessed with a rich culture, Vietnam has been a witness to several historical eras, and you can find traces of dynastic history where rulers defined the way of life.
02 Sep 2022
Travel And TourismDon't miss out on buying THESE 5 things in Vietnam
Souvenirs are the best way to reminisce about all the fun you had on your vacation.
13 Jul 2022
Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)Couple arrested at Delhi's IGI Airport with 45 pistols
Customs authorities apprehended two Indian citizens carrying 45 pistols at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in New Delhi on Wednesday, said reports.
25 May 2022
Thailand5 foreign destinations to visit from India on a budget
If you're wondering where to travel next on a budget and want to get your passport stamped this time, think beyond Nepal, Bhutan, Thailand, and Sri Lanka.
26 Apr 2022
DubaiTop 5 cities to travel to in 2022
With international travel curbs gone, you can now set out on your dream vacation abroad.
03 Dec 2020
India#CoronavirusImpact: Formal sector's wages fell by 3.6%, informal sector's 22.6%
The coronavirus pandemic, which adversely affected the Indian economy, also had an impact on wages, a recent report by the International Labour Organization (ILO) said.
29 Apr 2020
Donald TrumpMore Americans have died of coronavirus than during Vietnam war
In less than three months since the first coronavirus-linked death was reported in the United States, the deadly virus has taken more American lives than the Vietnam war which concluded in 1975 after two decades of fighting.
15 Apr 2020
Da NangIn Vietnam, free 'rice ATMs' pop-up for those in need
Amid the coronavirus outbreak, several "rice ATMs" have popped up across Vietnam to feed the poor.
10 Jan 2020
NepalFive cheapest countries to travel to in 2020
Everyone loves to travel, more so when it comes cheap.
20 Dec 2019
FacebookAgain! Facebook data of over 26 crore people leaked online
Despite FTC's $5 billion fine for privacy violations and a lot of flak from the general public, Facebook's security issues aren't just coming to an end.
13 Dec 2019
SamsungSamsung Galaxy A71, A51 launched with Infinity-O display, quad cameras
Samsung has expanded its portfolio of Galaxy A-branded phones with the newly announced Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51.
02 Dec 2019
India5 countries you can visit under Rs. 1 lakh
Given the way gadgets are priced these days, one can't buy a lot of high-tech devices in a Rs. 1 lakh budget.
12 Sep 2019
LifestyleVisiting Vietnam? Do check out these lesser-known hidden gems
Its natural beauty, unstoppable city life, and delicious food have made Vietnam one of the biggest tourism magnets not only in Asia, but also in the world.
05 Aug 2019
IndiaFive countries to explore, if you want to travel solo
Whether your friends are too busy to join you or you want to cut your social life for a while to seek inner peace, solo travel is never a bad idea.
17 Jul 2019
India#TravelBytes: Five best places to visit in Southeast Asia
From beautiful beaches to surreal mountains, cultural diversity to historical significance, the South-eastern part of Asia has it all.
25 Feb 2019
North KoreaIs Kim Jong-un taking a royal train to meet Trump?
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is set to meet US President Donald Trump for their second summit in Vietnam this week.
09 Feb 2019
North KoreaTrump-Kim summit to be held on February 27-28 in Hanoi
The much-anticipated summit between US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will take place in Hanoi, Vietnam capital, on February 27 and 28.
02 Jan 2019
Data LeakCathay Pacific makes blunder, sells $16,000 premium seats for $675
In a big ticketing blunder, Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd. sold business class tickets from Vietnam to Canada and the US at economy prices this week.
29 Dec 2018
FacebookVietnam: Six kill, eat langur; live-stream act on Facebook
In a disturbing incident, six men killed and ate a langur, an endangered monkey, while live streaming it on social media in central Vietnam. They were arrested yesterday.
26 Dec 2018
TaiwanTaiwan: 152 Vietnamese tourists 'disappear' during holiday; search is on
Taiwanese authorities have commenced a search for 152 Vietnamese tourists who arrived with tourist visas last week, and have since gone missing.
21 Nov 2018
IndiaIndia and Vietnam to step up defense cooperation, oil exploration
India and Vietnam have decided to step up defense cooperation and oil exploration to boost their bilateral ties as they reaffirmed the importance of freedom of navigation and unimpeded economic activities in the South China Sea.
19 Nov 2018
Ram Nath KovindPresident Ram Nath Kovind visits Hindu temple complex in Vietnam
President Ram Nath Kovind today visited My Son temple complex in Vietnam, which has Indian influence and houses Hindu deities like Krishna, Vishnu, and Shiva.
07 Nov 2018
BBCSussex: Fifteen children among 21 people found in refrigerated truck
In a shocking discovery, British authorities have found 21 people, including fifteen children, some as young as 12, inside a refrigerated lorry entering the UK.
16 Oct 2018
South China SeaUS concerned with continued militarization of South China Sea: Mattis
The US remains highly concerned with China's continued militarization in the disputed South China Sea, Defense Secretary James Mattis told reporters yesterday traveling with him to Vietnam.
21 Sep 2018
Donald TrumpVietnamese President Quang passes away at 61 due to illness
Vietnamese President Tran Dai Quang has died at the 108 Military Hospital in Hanoi today due to a serious illness. He was 61.
17 Sep 2018
Music ConcertVietnam: Drug overdose in music festival kills seven, five critical
Seven people have died, and five are in a coma, after taking drugs during a music festival in Hanoi Water Park of Tay Ho District, Vietnam, local media reported.
30 Aug 2018
John McCainCrowds brave Arizona heat to pay respects to John McCain
Hundreds of people paid their respects to US Senator John McCain yesterday, standing for hours in the broiling Arizona sun before filing past the flag-draped casket that his tearful wife, Cindy, lovingly pressed her face against after a ceremony for the former North Vietnam prisoner of war.
28 Aug 2018
IndiaIndia, Vietnam to strengthen trade, investment, maritime, defense cooperation
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj today held talks with her Vietnamese counterpart Pham Binh Minh and discussed measures to strengthen trade, investment, maritime and defense cooperation between the two countries.
28 Aug 2018
IndiaSwaraj talks about economic importance of Indian Ocean in Vietnam
Emphasizing the economic importance of the Indian Ocean, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has said with the eastward shift of the global economy, the Indian Ocean is at the center of the emerging "Age of Asia" and those who live in this region bear the primary responsibility for its peace and stability.
27 Aug 2018
IndiaSwaraj unveils Mahatma Gandhi's bust at Indian Embassy in Vietnam
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj today unveiled the bust of Mahatma Gandhi at the Embassy of India in the Vietnamese capital, Hanoi.
27 Aug 2018
Sushma SwarajSushma Swaraj arrives in Vietnam to deepen bilateral strategic cooperation
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj yesterday arrived in the Vietnamese capital, Hanoi, on the first leg of her four-day two-nation tour, which aims at deepening India's strategic cooperation with Vietnam and Cambodia.
23 Jul 2018
WorldVietnam: Battering floods claim 19 lives; 13 are unaccounted for
Flash floods in Vietnam have now claimed at least 19 lives, as residents in affected areas sought safety in higher ground.
07 Apr 2018
Russia NewsRussia-bound aircraft develops technical snag, makes emergency landing at Delhi
A Russia-bound aircraft, ABG 8772, made an emergency landing at Terminal-3 of Indira Gandhi International airport in Delhi today evening, after it developed an engine failure.
07 Mar 2018
WorldFake weddings, rented grooms on the rise in Vietnam
The business of fake weddings and grooms/guests on rent has seen an unprecedented rise in Vietnam over the last decade, courtesy societal and filial pressure on youngsters to conform to traditions.
13 Nov 2017
iPhoneVietnamese researchers fool iPhone X's Face ID using mask
A team of Vietnamese researchers belonging to the security firm Bkav claim to have fooled the "super-premium" iPhone X's Face ID technology using a composite 3D-printed mask.
12 Nov 2017
Donald TrumpTrump and Putin hit it off at APEC summit
US President Donald Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the ongoing Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Vietnam.
10 Nov 2017
South KoreaTrump to address APEC summit in Vietnam
US President Donald Trump is set to deliver a much-anticipated address at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Da Nang, Vietnam.
29 Oct 2017
India2018 R-Day celebrations: 10 Chief Guests to attend the parade
Next year's Republic Day parade is expected to have not one, but 10 chief guests, as it's expected to be attended by the leaders of the ASEAN countries.
18 Aug 2017
IndiaAmid Doklam standoff, India's BrahMos supply to Vietnam irks China
India and China are locked in a tense border standoff in Doklam since mid-June; experts say they are "dangerously close" to their worst military conflict.
24 Jul 2017
South China Sea#SouthChinaSea: Vietnam ends drilling in gas field over China threats
Strong threats from China have led Vietnam to reportedly end a gas-drilling expedition in a disputed area of the South China Sea.
14 Jan 2017
PETAPETA buys share in Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessey
Animal rights activist group PETA has bought shares in French luxury goods company Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessey (LVMH) in a bid to stop it from selling exotic animal skin products.
03 Sep 2016
IndiaIndia and Vietnam increase cooperation across various sectors
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two day visit to Vietnam, said both countries recognized the growing need for cooperation in order to respond to emerging regional challenges.