India, Jan. 12 -- Sergio Gor formally took charge on Monday as the new US ambassador to India and special envoy to South and Central Asia during a ceremony at the US Embassy in New Delhi. Among a swarm of crowds, what stood out is his unique entry, especially in context of what he said thereafter on the Trump-Modi equation.

As Gor walked up to the podium to take the oath of office on the 1966 soul classic 'Hold On, I'm Comin' by Sam & Dave played in the background, drawing cheers from those present at the embassy.

The song, written by Isaac Hayes and David Porter, is known for its upbeat rhythm and chorus, and had topped the Billboard Hot R&B chart. Sam Moore, one half of the duo, died last year at the age of 89.

The ceremony marked th...