New Delhi, Jan. 12 -- Sergio Gor took charge on Monday as the new US Ambassador-designate to India and Special Envoy to South and Central Asia at the US Embassy in New Delhi.

As Gor walked up to the podium to take the oath, the popular song "Hold On, I'm Comin'" by Sam & Dave played in the background. Those present at the Embassy cheered as he approached the stage.

"Hold On, I'm Comin'" is a well-known soul song from 1966, performed by Sam & Dave and written by Isaac Hayes and David Porter. The song became popular for its strong beat and catchy chorus, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot R&B chart. Sam Moore, one-half of the duo, passed away last year at the age of 89 due to post-surgery complications.

In his address to the gathering...