Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi signs documents after taking the oath of office for a historic second term. NEW DELHI - India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched his historic second term at a solemn ceremony in front of cheering supporters Thursday ahead of unveiling a revamped Hindu nationalist government. Presidents and prime ministers from neighbouring Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and the Maldives were present, but arch-rival Pakistan was not among those invited. The 68-year-old prime minister walked up to take his oath of office to a standing ovation, with supporters in the crowd chanting "Modi, Modi". - 'New India' -Modi won the election after portraying himself through the campaign as a nationalist strongman who would protect the country's security.

Source: Bangkok Post May 30, 2019 16:41 UTC