Dr. Sheeraz Qureshi and his team at New York’s Hospital for Special Surgery performed the operation. Woods said the scans revealed a collapsed disc, disc fragments, and a compromised spinal canal. He stated the decision was right for his health and back.

This marks Woods’ second back surgery in just over a year. In September 2024, he had a microdecompression surgery for a nerve impingement in his lumbar spine. Earlier, in March, Woods had a successful Achilles tendon repair after rupturing his left Achilles.

The 50-year-old golfer has not played a PGA Tour event since 2023. He skipped the 2025 Genesis Invitational due to personal reasons and will not participate in the World Challenge in December. Woods previously played the 2024 PNC Championship alongside his son Charlie, using a cart.

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The 12-member delegation, including N.K. Premachandran, Nishikant Dubey, Poonamben Maadam, Vivek Tankha, Brijesh Chowta, Vamsi Gaddam, Bharat Mathukumilli, Rajeev Rai, Phangnon Konyak, Medha Kulkarni, and Ujjwal Nikam, represents India at the United Nations General Assembly. They met Jamaican Ambassador Brian C.M. Wallace to discuss UN priorities, including Security Council reforms.

The delegation also interacted with Amandeep Singh Gill, UN Secretary General’s envoy on Technology. They discussed AI governance, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), data protection, and India’s leadership in inclusive innovation and technology development.

Indian MPs also delivered statements in UN committees. Poonamben Maadam highlighted ASHA workers and women’s empowerment. Ujjwal Nikam stressed compliance with responsibilities and contributions to trust funds. Bharat Mathukumilli outlined India’s focus on ICT, science, and culture to advance Sustainable Development Goals and collaboration with middle-income countries.

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Witnesses said the strike took place in Chaung-U township, where a motorized paraglider dropped two explosives on a gathering crowd. More than 45 people were injured in the blast. The UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) said the assault reflects a growing use of air power to target civilian areas.

UN Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric called the attack unacceptable and urged Myanmar’s military to respect international humanitarian law. The UN also demanded accountability for those responsible and immediate protection for civilians.

Sagaing has been one of Myanmar’s worst-affected regions since the 2021 military coup that ousted Aung San Suu Kyi’s government. The area has also faced earthquake damage this year, worsening humanitarian needs. According to OHCHR, Sagaing recorded over 100 airstrikes between March and May 2025, killing nearly 90 people.

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Rutte explained that India’s 50 per cent tariffs from the US prompted Modi to seek details about Russia’s approach in the ongoing conflict. Trump had earlier imposed a 25 per cent tariff, raising the total to 50 per cent on Indian imports.

Trump said the tariffs created a rift with India and admitted that imposing them was difficult. He criticized NATO allies for purchasing Russian oil and warned that China could face 50-100 per cent tariffs if it continued buying from Moscow.

The US President highlighted China’s influence over Russia, claiming major sanctions could weaken that grip. He said coordinated NATO action and tariff policies could help end the Russia-Ukraine war faster. Trump emphasized his readiness to act once NATO members agreed to halt Russian oil purchases.

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Jaishankar updated on X, noting the meeting assessed the current Inter-Governmental Negotiation (IGN) process. The G4 nations emphasized greater representation for developing countries to make the Security Council more inclusive and effective.

On the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Jaishankar held bilateral talks with ministers from Australia, Egypt, and Malaysia. He also highlighted global counter-terrorism efforts, stating that actions against terrorism contribute to international peace and development.

He criticised selective sanctions imposed on nations under the pretext of pressuring Russia during the Ukraine war. Jaishankar warned that such measures disrupt supply chains, logistics, and economic access, creating additional pressures on countries like India.

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Goyal met Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani to explore ways to enhance trade and investment ties. He also discussed India’s sustainable development agenda with World Bank President Ajay Banga. Investment opportunities in India’s robust economy were shared with senior executives of global firms.

At a high-level energy session, Goyal highlighted the potential to expand India-US energy trade and collaboration in nuclear power. He emphasized start-ups in renewable energy and India’s integrated national grid ensuring uninterrupted supply. Goyal reaffirmed India’s leadership in solar energy and the International Solar Alliance.

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright praised India as an “awesome ally” with rapidly growing energy demand. Goyal met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to negotiate the first tranche of a trade agreement, with both sides optimistic about reaching an interim understanding soon.

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