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Photos: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's first day in office

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took charge of his new office today. He was seen offering flowers to a picture of Mahatma Gandhi in his office on the first day. Here are the first images from when Modi took over the PM's office.

Why Modi's win in Gujarat will be a double-edged sword for BJP

Still vilified by many non-Hindus, having Modi as its prime ministerial candidate could throttle the BJP's efforts to recapture lost ground in northern states such as Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, which have substantial Muslim populations.