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www.desitalk.com – that’s all you need to know 6 CITY VIEWS August 22, 2025 FedEx Appoints Vishal Talwar As EVP, Chief Digital & Information Officer, And President Of FedEx Dataworks F edEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), a house- hold name in North America, and globally recognized transporta- tion and e-commerce company, announced August 12, 2025, the appointment of Vishal Talwar as executive vice president, chief digital and informa- tion officer of FedEx Corp., and president of FedEx Dataworks, effective August 15. Talwar was formerly senior managing director & chief growth officer of Accen- ture Technology. In this new position, senior leaders of the Data and Technology and Dataworks organizations will report directly to Talwar, Fedex said. FedEx has an annual revenue of $88 billion. “With more than 27 years of experi- ence in utilizing technology to drive growth, improve operational efficiency, and elevate customer experience, Talwar brings deep expertise in data science, digital infrastructure, and enterprise-scale transformation,” Fedex said in its press release. Talwar’s expertise, the giant inter- national corporation said, lies in working with businesses to leverage the power of cloud, data, AI, and other technologies to increase business resiliency and acceler- ate digital capabilities to drive profitable growth. Prior to this, Talwar workd with compa- nies including Accenture, IBM, and Dell Services. For the last nearly two years, he has been heavily engaged with FedEx’s digital transformation efforts through his work at Accenture, the press release said. “I am pleased to welcome Vishal to the FedEx executive team,” said Raj Subrama- niam, president and chief executive of- ficer of FedEx Corporation. “As a seasoned leader in the technology sector, Vishal has a proven track record in accelerating business growth through forward-think- ing strategies and transformative digital solutions. His institutional knowledge and industry expertise will be instrumental as we continue to advance our long-term strategy and harness the full potential of FedEx intelligence to deliver even greater value to our customers and stockholders.” As CDIO and president of FedEx Dataworks, Talwar will be responsible for the company’s digital transformation by leading strategic initiatives focused on developing innovative digital solutions powered by data and AI, advanced tech- nology, robust enterprise architecture, and comprehensive cybersecurity measures, Fedex said. “I am honored to join FedEx dur- ing such a transformative period as the company leverages the power of technol- ogy, data, and AI to make supply chains smarter for everyone,” said Talwar. “I’ve had the privilege of working closely with FedEx in an advisory capacity, and that experience has given me a deep under- standing of the business, the team, and the strategic direction. I have tremendous confidence in the future of FedEx and am thrilled to be a part of the team.” By a StaffWriter PHOTO:FEDEX.COM Vishal Talwar Brahmin Society Plans A Navratri Dandiya Night In NY O nce again, the Brahmin Society of NewYork has planned a Dan- diya Night this Navratri. Set to take place on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Mitchell Athletic Complex in Uniondale, NY, which will hold more than two thousand people, BSNY expects this year’s event to be one of the largest orga- nized Dandiya events in NewYork. The BSNY Navratri night will offer complete entertainment, with delicious food at the food stalls, clothing and jewelry shopping, competitions for best performances and best attire, and more. The program which is open to all will last between four and five hours. Artists are carefully selected by the Navratri committee based on their talent, experience, popularity, and ability to engage the audience. “This year, we are thrilled to bring Dhruvit Shah, renowned for his voice, style, and interactive performances that make the event fun and engaging for ev- eryone,” said Ruta Dave, a senior member of the Navratri Committee. BSNY has been bringing local talent to the fore. “We believe in encouraging our Indian talent in the US. The artists whom we select are US based. Our event brings them exposure, and many go on to become well-known,” said Dave. The large participant turnover consists of mixed groups of all ages, including children, teens, adults and seniors. True to the spirit of Dandiya nights of Navratri, a lot of participants come in traditional Indian attire, women in chaniya choli and men in kurta-pajama or similar outfits, Dave informed. Word about the program is spread in various ways, through emails, through WhatsApp and other social media. Tickets for the event are sold online and help cover venue rental, artist fees, other event logistics, with additional support from sponsorships and donations, according to Dave. The preparation for the event goes on for almost a year, Dave said. “We start looking for a bigger space for next year as soon as this year’s event is over”. She said finalizing the venue depends on its size, its accessibility, and its charges. There are emails going back and forth for a long time discussing the charges and timings and restrictions etc. “We have to be after it,” Dave said. The Navratri Committee includes Dave, Dharini Trivedi, Rajesh Pandya, Kalpita Parikh and Poonam Shah. The current committee has been in office for the past four years. The members know the pro- cess and the work and are committed to deliver, Dave said. The planning process may change once BSNY has its own space. “We have been planning for a long time to have our own space, but it has not yet come about,” Dave said. Under the circumstances, it is easier and cost-and-time-effective to rent a space for events, Dave said. That reduces a lot of administrative and logistic worries and helps the Navratri Committee to con- centrate on having a successful program, she said. BSNY’s Navratri events have had great success in the past, and BSNY is looking to make this year’s event even more enter- taining and enjoyable, Dave said. By Archana Adalja Celebrations from last year: Photo left: The Navratri Committee members of the Brahmin Society at the Dandiya Night on October 4, 2024 held at the Hicksville Middle School in Long Island. Seen in the photo are from left Kalpita Parikh, Rajesh Pandya, Manisha Nayee, Dipali Pandya, Rupa Jobanputra, Dharini Trivedi, Ruta Dave, Bharti Joshi, Rekha Trivedi, and Tejal Raval. Photo right: 1200 people danced away at the Dandiya Night organized on October 4, 2024 by the Brahmin Society of New York. Celebrations from last year: NJ based Singer Foram Shah (far right) with her group, performing at the Dandiya Night organized by the Brahmin Society of New York. on October 4, 2024 PHOTO:Provided byRuta Dave