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Chennai: Known primarily for being the bed rock of filter coffee and Bharatnatyam – a classical dance form, Chennai is located on India’s South Eastern coast. Established by the British as a major urban centre and naval base in the 17th century, Chennai is today India’s fourth largest city. Major industries include the automobile, technology, hardware manufacturing, and healthcare industries. Chennai is internationally well linked by two major ports, and an international airport, nationally its connected by five national highways and two railway terminals. And although the city of 7.5 million people faces urban problems of water shortage, traffic congestion and air pollution, it boasts a vibrant culture of Tamil music, movies and dance. English and Tamil are widely spoken in Chennai. Nissan to open $1 billion car & engine plant in southern India.Nissan Motor Co and Renualt have made a humble & late entry into the Indian automotive industry. Backed by a strong vehicle line up, Nissan & partner Renault on Friday signed an agreement for a $1.0 billion car and engine plant in southern India after a local partner dropped out, and expect to commence production from 2010. |
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