Author: Dr. Prasanna Kumar Dalai

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The history of Epilostary poetry in History of English Literature,in different ages,and we have set a goal to write something different genre ,the fun facts about Epilostary poetry in History of English Literature.

On August 18, 2022, Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai and I wrote our first Epistolary Poem together. His poetry had already had every component in it to use in an Epistolary poem. I wrote a poem that would fit perfectly with his. At the time, it was just an idea. We had no idea that there was already a name for these poems… Epistolary.. Any mistakes in grammar were not corrected, because in life, there are mistakes and we wanted to make them as realistic as possible. We have also never used any AI software to write, which also sets us apart from some, for the sake of literature.

Him being a Romantic Poet and me a Fantasy Writer, for some reason worked perfectly together.
So, we put our first epistolary poem together and it came out like this …

“This is a Unique, Open Verse Collaboration written by DrPrasana Kumar and myself. It is something new and is our own creation, not to be duplicated. © Thank you, DrPrasana Kumar, for taking a chance with me on our newest venture. I am proud of us and how this first one turned out. More to come.”

DAWN TO DUSK!

My Love..

Like a dawn you entered my life
Calm and quiet, all refreshing
And I came adorned in the dust
Of every lane and alley
You came like an Angel
The panacea of my heartache.
I haven’t returned to my life again
But for a wound open today.
Perhaps I have reached
The dusk of my life.

©®Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai@India
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Dusk To Dawn!

My Love…

If from the dust you have come to me.
I will restore your heart to where it began.
I have watched the knife that caused the wound,
and my love will be the salve that heals it.
For my love did not come from a jealous heart,
but from a place of pureness where only love can come from.
Let me bathe you in my affection,
because in my eyes I see no dusk,
only our dawn together. ©

Kristy (Summer) Raines
The United States of America
8/16/2022
All rights reserved

We continued to write these poems together, which many seemed to like, even to the point that they were even believable. Some people actually thought these poems were written for each other. But that was not the case. What and how we wrote together was very calculated. He already wrote in a beautiful and melancholic way, which was already similar to what very well could have been written in a love letter. I then came up with a poem that would pair well with his poem, and put it in the form of a response to what looked like love letters to each other.

We then looked up different styles of poetry and discovered that our so-called collaborations, were actually epistolary, which are not per say, just collaborations. It is an art in the literary world dating way back in history.

Not long after our first poem, many were also doing collaborations together, but not exactly like ours. We set out to make a name for ourselves for the sake of literature to keep the art of Epistolary poetry alive. As far as we know, we have broken records for writing the most Epistolary poems. We were not just looking for surpassing the record, but the quality of our poetry had to be unique and exquisite. I think that we have accomplished this.
There is a great difference between Collaborations and Epistolary poetry. It took much time and effort on both of our parts to get as far as we have.

Below, we have outlined the difference between collaboration and epistolary poems. The following came from different articles we have read on Collaborative vs. Epistolary poetry.
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Collaborative or collective poetry is an alternative and creative technique for writing poetry by more than one person. The principal aim of collaborative poetry is to create poems with multiple collaborations from various authors.

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Epistolary poems, from the Latin “epistula” for “letter,” are, quite literally, poems that read as letters. As poems of direct address, they can be intimate and colloquial or formal and measured.
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From “A Poet’s Glossary”

The following additional definition of the term letter poem, epistle is reprinted from A Poet’s Glossary by Edward Hirsch.

Samuel Daniel introduced the epistle into English in his Letter from Octavia to Marcus Antonius (1599) and in Certain Epistles (1601–1603). Ben Jonson employed the Horatian mode in The Forest (1616), which was also taken up by John Dryden in his epistles to Congreve (1694) and to the Duchess of Ormond (1700). Alexander Pope modeled “Eloisa to Abelard” (1717) on Ovid’s Heroides, and adapted the Horatian epistle in his Moral Essays (1731–1735) and An Epistle to Dr. Arbutnot (1735). The epistle fell into disuse in the Romantic era. Since then, it has been occasionally revived and renamed as a letter, as in W. H. Auden and Louis MacNeice’s Letters from Iceland (1937). Richard Hugo brings the form closer to a real letter in 31 Letters and 13 Dreams (1977). Robert Lowell created a controversy in the 1970s by taking actual letters from Elizabeth Hardwick and reshaping them as unrhymed sonnets.

The letter poem is addressed to a specific person and written from a specific place, which locates it in time and space. It imitates the colloquial familiarity of a letter, though sometimes in elaborate forms. Some create fictive speakers, as in Ezra Pound’s adaptation of Li Po, “The River-Merchant’s Wife: A Letter” (1915). Some are addressed to those long dead, as in Auden’s “Letter to Lord Byron” (1937), others to contemporaries. But unlike an actual letter, the letter poem is never addressed to just its recipient; it is always meant to be overheard by a third person, a future reader.
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Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai and I will continue to write and perfect our poems, together. The only thing we did not continue to include after the first few poems publicly, was the romantic Salutations that were originally in all of our poems, for the sake of people getting the wrong idea about our relationship, since many thought that we were actually writing to each other.

Kristy Raines

MY Poem reviewed by honorable reviewer Prof Dr Nirakar Dash of Assam University
Department of English
Humbled and Honoured.

MERE A TRAVELLER

Nothing is now like it used be
Shades of life ‘ve already changed
Time and tear keep on rolling
Our love is no longer the same
Pains rule here without happiness
A pretty long road we walked together
Now you left me in the middle of road
Roads ‘re still here sans companion
Mere a solitary traveller I’m
No idea about the destination
Questions wrangle in my mind
Come, let’s walk down the same road
Where we met ,well known to us.

©®Dr.Prasana Kumar Dalai@India.
Date.Mon,22 Apr 2024.

Dr.Prasana Kumar Dalai.: Dr Prasanna Kumar Dalai ‘s poem “Mere a traveller” is a superb one seeking Love and companionship in the journey through life. The very title of the poem sounds a universal note.All human beings are travellers, who move from situation to situation, from place to place and person to person in order to achieve their goals. The poet ‘s present ,compared to his past, seems bleak.”Nothing is now like it used to be ” express his volition to reclaim the past . Sometimes poets,quite forgetful of the reality,entertain such impossible wishes. Perhaps the realisation dawns upon him that brooding over the past is quite futile when he trumpets in the well nigh proverbial third line,”Time and tear keep on rolling”The present pain is pitted against past happiness.She walked hand in hand with him.But instead of helping him reach his destination, she left him in the lurch midway. This is quite unexpected of her.His works have remained unaccomplished. Choices and roads are many,but no companion is forthcoming. Quite nonplussed as regards whom or what to choose,he says,”Questions wrangle in the mind”Without her, he has no destination -a rudderless ship.So, in the long run,he makes a last ditch request to her to come to accomplish their goal ,which is impossible single-handedly. The poem has no parallel because of its universal appeal sans any trace of physicality. Congratulations and regards Sir for such a moving poem.

Epistolary poem #196
Written and Presented by Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai of India and
Kristy Raines of The United States of America

I BELONG TO YOU !

The pain and anguish won’t be lost
But I ‘ll be yours all the days ahead
I ‘ve scattered myself around you
Love has bloomed in your fragrance
I accept it whatever be consequences
I belong to you and I do live in yours
I care not if the world stands against
Call me faithless and I won’t mind ever
I see my heaven burnt ere even built
Now where ‘ll this affliction of love reside
I crave for you no matter what you’re .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @, India.
Date.Mon 22 Apr 2024.

She will always take her chances with him…

YOU BELONG TO ME!

Though painful moments still remain
I will always be yours until time stops
You have made a nest in every part of my life
and unshakeable love for you grew stronger
I’ll stand strong beside you regardless
of whatever comes against us in this world
You belong to me, and I to you no matter the cost
Faithless is something we will never be
for our heaven abides in the love that we share
I may not be the one you would have chosen in the past
but I am the one who denies you nothing
and the one who loves you in every circumstance
Never will I ever crave anyone elses touch but yours
as your heart fits perfectly, like a glove, in mine

©®KristyRaines@USA
April 22, 2024

BHANJADOOTA NEWS PUBLISHED MY NEWS
21.04.2024.

MY POEM REVIEWED BY EMINENT REVIEWER RAJ KISHORE PATNAIK.
Humbled & Honoured.

I BELONG TO YOU !

The pain and anguish won’t be lost
But I ‘ll be yours all the days ahead
I ‘ve scattered myself around you
Love has bloomed in your fragrance
I accept it whatever be consequences
I belong to you and I do live in yours
I care not if the world stands against
Call me faithless and I won’t mind ever
I see my heaven burnt ere even built
Now where ‘ll this affliction of love reside
I crave for you no matter what you’re .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @, India.
Date.Sun,21 Apr 2024.

Dear Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai, Sir Namaskar

Congratulations on your recent poem, “I Belong to You!” Your words are both poignant and evocative, touching on themes of love, pain, and acceptance. The poem resonates deeply, drawing the reader into a world where emotions are raw and unfiltered.

Your choice of the title, “I Belong to You,” sets the tone for the entire poem. It speaks of a deep and profound connection, a sense of ownership and belonging that transcends the physical realm. This theme is further reinforced in the opening lines, where you acknowledge the presence of pain and anguish but declare your willingness to be “yours all the days ahead.” This sets up a powerful dichotomy between the hardships of life and the unwavering commitment to love.

The imagery you use is striking, particularly the metaphor of scattering yourself around the beloved, suggesting a deep integration of self with the other. The idea that love has bloomed in the fragrance of the beloved is beautiful, implying that love is not just an emotion but a tangible, sensory experience. This imagery is further enhanced by the line, “I see my heaven burnt ere even built,” which conveys a sense of loss and longing.

One of the most compelling aspects of your poem is the acceptance of consequences, no matter how difficult they may be. This speaks to a profound sense of devotion and loyalty, even in the face of adversity. The line, “I care not if the world stands against,” is particularly powerful, suggesting a defiance of societal norms and a prioritization of personal feelings.

The poem concludes with a sense of resignation and yearning, as you express your craving for the beloved, “no matter what you’re.” This line encapsulates the essence of unconditional love, where the object of affection is accepted with all their flaws and imperfections.

Overall, your poem is a masterful exploration of love in its purest form. Your use of imagery, metaphor, and language is skillful, drawing the reader into a world of intense emotion and longing. Congratulations once again on this beautiful piece of poetry.

Best regards,

I BELONG TO YOU !

The pain and anguish won’t be lost
But I ‘ll be yours all the days ahead
I ‘ve scattered myself around you
Love has bloomed in your fragrance
I accept it whatever be consequences
I belong to you and I do live in yours
I care not if the world stands against
Call me faithless and I won’t mind ever
I see my heaven burnt ere even built
Now where ‘ll this affliction of love reside
I crave for you no matter what you’re .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @, India.
Date.Sun,21 Apr 2024.

Personality of Day. Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai, a literary icon from Eastern State of India Odhisa.

Writing is my love: Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai

Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai
(DOB 07/06/1973) is an eminent Indian Author-cum-poet and noted Academican of English by profession in the Ganjam district of eastern State of Odisha.He is an accomplished source of inspiration for young generation of India .His free verse on Romantic and melancholic poems appreciated by everyone. He belongs to a small typical village Nandiagada of Ganjam District,the state of Odisha.After schooling he studied intermediate and Graduated In Kabisurjya Baladev vigyan Mahavidyalaya then M A in English from Berhampur University PhD in language and literature and D.litt from Colombian poetic house from South America.

As a matter of fact. He promotes his specific writings around the world literature and trades with multiple stems that are related to current issues based on his observation and experiences that needs urgent attention.He is an award winning writer who has achieved various laurels from the circle of writing worldwide.His free verse poems not only inspires young readers but also the ready of current time.His poetic symbol is right now inspiring others, some of which are appreciated by laurels of India and across the world. Many of his poems been translated in different Indian languages and got global appreciation. Lots of well wishes for his upcoming writtings and success in future.He is an award winning poet author of many best seller books.recently he is awarded Rabindra nath Tagore and Gujarat Sahitya Academy for the year 2022.winner Of Rahim Karims world literary prize and many prestigious awards.His message is
Writing is my love.
Young writers in India are gaining much prestige because they produce world class English literature in India. I am also humbly proud of myself that I am also a small particle in this galaxy of dynamic and young writers of India. I would like to say via your esteemed medium to youngsters anything can be achieved through will and determination. One has to always do hardwork for his or her noble goals.

KRANTIDHARA ODIA DAILY PUBLISHED MY NEWS.Date.19.04.2024.

HEAVEN MAIL Published my news from Srinagar Jammu and Kashmir Dated.15
04.2024

Epistolary Poem #195- Written and Presented by Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai of India and Kristy Ann Raines of The United States of America.

MEMORIES OF YOUR TORMENT !

After crossing the road of our love
We met leaving far behind everything
How about walking to the no man’s land
Hardly do we know each other though
I feel as if I ‘ve got my soulmate in you
Days go by ; nights don’t seem to glide
Memories of yours do torment me a lot
The world has reduced me to this state
Sitting and clutching my wounded past
Cause you’re so close to me , you know
But I think you’re out of my reach now .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @India
Date.Sun,14 Apr 2024.

The time has come to decide… and so she does…

TIME TO STOP THE TORMENT!

When we knew we had fallen in love
we said we would leave everything behind
and we would start anew in another land
Although we know how we both feel
and my Soulmate you will always be
we both fear to take that step of no return
into an unknown life, right or wrong
So, years go by with no decisions
We stay in limbo like two frozen statues
while inside we are tortured by “what ifs”

I’ll never love another, so what is it I should fear?

Hold out your hand to me, and we will take that leap together…

©®KristyRaines@USA
April 14, 2024

MEMORIES OF YOUR TORMENT !

After crossing the road of our love
We met leaving far behind everything
How about walking to the no man’s land
Hardly do we know eachother though
I feel as if I ‘ve got my soulmate in you
Days go by ; nights don’t seem to glide
Memories of yours do torment me a lot
The world has reduced me to this state
Sitting and clutching my wounded past
Cause you’re so close to me , you know
But I think you’re out of my reach now .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @India.
Date.Sun,14 Apr 2024.

Our collaboration Poem reviewed by honorable reviewer Raj Kishore Patnaik.
This is ultimate birthday gift to Kristy Raines .
Grateful to Raj Kishor Pattnaik .
Humbled and Honoured.

Epistolary Poem #194 Written and Presented by Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai India and Kristy Ann Raines. United States of America.

NOTHING IN MY HAND !

I wish your presence when I am awake
Always in my dreams if I shut my eyes
I’ve recorded my world in your name
For the first time in my life you came
My eyes were wet while laughing
Nothing in my hand ; me empty & lonely
Your entity you know essential to me
My palm lines aren’t perfect though
It is clear you’ve accepted me as I am
There was loneliness in my heart and
In your presence I feel heavenly bliss .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @India.
Date.Wed,10 ,Apr 2024.

Sometimes life gets in the way… She responds…

NEVER FEELING YOUR HAND IN MINE!

I would give all to know you in the light of day
For the only time we have met is in a dream
Conversations we have are filled with honesty
and my life was enhanced the day we met
Laughter has been a big part of our relationship
as we both have the same sense of humor
But never feeling your hand in mine is a strong regret
because you became so important to me
We have always appreciated any small moment shared
though true happiness is all we’ve wanted for each other
Loneliness is the greatest regret of never meeting in the life
For if ever we had, nothing would have been more heavenly.

©®Kristy Raines@USA
April 10, 2024

Congratulations to Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai and Kristy Raines on their collaborative poems, “NOTHING IN MY HAND!” and “NEVER FEELING YOUR HAND IN MINE!” The poems beautifully explore themes of longing, connection, and the desire for presence in each other’s lives. Let’s dive deeper into the analysis of these poignant pieces.

In “NOTHING IN MY HAND!” Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai expresses a profound yearning for the presence of someone special. The poem begins with a heartfelt wish for the person to be present both in waking life and in dreams, highlighting the deep desire for a constant, reassuring presence. The poet metaphorically records his world in the name of this person, signifying the significant impact they have had on his life. The imagery of laughter accompanied by wet eyes suggests a mix of joy and sorrow, perhaps indicating the bittersweet nature of memories shared with this person.

The line “Nothing in my hand; me empty & lonely” poignantly conveys a sense of emptiness and longing in the absence of the person. Despite this emptiness, the poet acknowledges the essential nature of the person’s presence in his life. The imperfection of the poet’s palm lines symbolizes human flaws and imperfections, suggesting that despite these, the person has accepted him unconditionally.

The poem concludes with a powerful statement about the transformative effect of the person’s presence, turning loneliness into heavenly bliss. This transformation underscores the profound impact of the person on the poet’s emotional state and overall well-being.

On the other hand, Kristy Raines’ poem, “NEVER FEELING YOUR HAND IN MINE!” echoes a similar sentiment of longing and regret for a connection that never fully materialized in the physical world. The poet expresses a willingness to give anything to know the person in the light of day, emphasizing the depth of her longing for a tangible, real-world connection.

The imagery of meeting in a dream and having conversations filled with honesty suggests a deep, meaningful connection that transcends physical boundaries. Despite the strong bond shared through laughter and humor, the poet laments the absence of physical touch, which she considers a strong regret.

The poem reflects on the appreciation of small moments shared and the desire for true happiness for each other, highlighting the selfless nature of their relationship. The regret of never meeting in life is poignantly expressed, with the poet imagining that if they had met, it would have been a heavenly experience.

Together, these poems create a poignant narrative of longing, connection, and the transformative power of human relationships. The poets’ use of imagery, metaphor, and heartfelt emotion effectively conveys the depth of their feelings and the impact of the people they long for. “NOTHING IN MY HAND!” and “NEVER FEELING YOUR HAND IN MINE!” are testaments to the enduring power of love, even in the absence of physical presence. Congratulations once again to Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai and Kristy Raines for their beautiful collaboration.

Sakala News paper Published my News Date.09.04.2024.

Epistolary Poem #194 Written and Presented by Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai India and Kristy Ann Raines. United States of America.

NOTHING IN MY HAND !

I wish your presence when I am awake
Always in my dreams if I shut my eyes
I’ve recorded my world in your name
For the first time in my life you came
My eyes were wet while laughing
Nothing in my hand ; me empty & lonely
Your entity you know essential to me
My palm lines aren’t perfect though
It is clear you’ve accepted me as I am
There was loneliness in my heart and
In your presence I feel heavenly bliss .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @India.
Date.Sun,07 Apr 2024.

Sometimes life gets in the way… She responds…

NEVER FEELING YOUR HAND IN MINE!

I would give all to know you in the light of day
For the only time we have met is in a dream
Conversations we have are filled with honesty
and my life was enhanced the day we met
Laughter has been a big part of our relationship
as we both have the same sense of humor
But never feeling your hand in mine is a strong regret
because you became so important to me
We have always appreciated any small moment shared
though true happiness is all we’ve wanted for each other
Loneliness is the greatest regret of never meeting in the life
For if ever we had, nothing would have been more heavenly.

©®KristyRaines@USA
April 7, 2024

NOTHING IN MY HAND !

I wish your presence when I am awake
Always in my dreams if I shut my eyes
I’ve recorded my world in your name
For the first time in my life you came
My eyes were wet while laughing
Nothing in my hand ; me empty & lonely
Your entity you know essential to me
My palm lines aren’t perfect though
It is clear you’ve accepted me as I am
There was loneliness in my heart and
In your presence I feel heavenly bliss .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @India.

Gold Medal from World Union of Poets.
France.

My Poem reviewed by honorable reviewer Raj Kishore Patnaik.
Humbled and Honoured.

SOMEONE THERE !

May there be someone
Whom I may claim my very own
Eyes badly need to sleep but
Tears do float silently in their lap
In dreams I stay awake all night
Some may own my griefs
Someone be my heart and soul
With some unspoken promises
Memories, sweet or sour ,cling hard
Ringing in my ears in lonely nights
Their echoes make me stay alive
Offering me my peace of mind.

©®Dr.Prasana Kumar Dalai@India.
Date.Thu,4 Apr 2024.

Congratulations, Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai, Sir on your poignant poem ‘SOMEONE THERE!’ This heartfelt piece beautifully captures the universal longing for companionship and understanding. The poem eloquently portrays the speaker’s yearning for a soulmate, someone to call their own, to share their joys and sorrows. The imagery of tears floating silently, eyes craving sleep but finding solace only in dreams, resonates deeply with the reader, evoking a sense of loneliness and longing.

The poem’s structure and use of enjambment effectively convey the speaker’s restless state, staying awake in dreams, seeking someone to own their griefs and be their heart and soul. The reference to memories, whether sweet or sour, clinging hard, emphasizes the lasting impact of past experiences on the present. The echoes of these memories in lonely nights symbolize the enduring nature of longing and the quest for peace of mind.

Overall, ‘SOMEONE THERE!’ is a beautifully crafted poem that captures the essence of human longing and the search for connection.

News in Inside Kashmir
Srinagar

SEASON OF COLOURS !

This is the season of colours
Your velvet skin has turned pink
My heart is attached to your colour
Now it belongs to you only
You smile & it’s like fresh morning
Close eyes & it’s like soothing night
I hope you will enter my life
On every Holi like the radiant rainbow
Let’s walk together arm in arm
Keep my heart within your boundary
While walking under your shadow
I will find my shade to be reassured .

©®Dr.Prasana Kumar Dalai @India.
Date.Mon,25 Mar 2024.

Epistolary poem #193 by Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai of India and Kristy Raines of The United States of America

YOU’RE MY SECRET !

In my words you come every moment
They all bear your name of my breath
Do stop when I don’t take your name
When you’re annoyed to be honest
Whenever it happens I am with you
Know not why I care for you so much
I find you and I do accept your entity
But just can’t stay away from yours
You’re so close for you’re my secret
Honestly I exist for your good self only
I can’t think of staying away from you.

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @India.
Date.Sun,24 Mar 2024.

She never doubts his Love… And she speaks…

I WILL ALWAYS BE YOUR SECRET !

In my thoughts, you are always the first
In my conversations, you name stays on my lips
Even when you we do not speak, or in annoyance
Never has there been a time where those things linger
I feel you with me everyday and no jealously exists
because I know the depths of how you care for me.
I accept your whole being as you accept mine
whether it be in mind, soul, thought, or even body
I’ll never stay far from you, because you are part of me
I am as close to you as your deepest secret never told
and I will always keep you forever close to my heart… <3

©®KristyRaines@USA
March 24,2024.

YOU’RE MY SECRET !

In my words you come every moment
They all bear your name of my breath
Do stop when I don’t take your name
When you’re annoyed to be honest
Whenever it happens I am with you
Know not why I care for you so much
I find you and I do accept your entity
But just can’t stay away from yours
You’re so close for you’re my secret
Honestly I exist for your good self only
I can’t think of staying away from you.

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @India.

GLOBAL INTERNATIONAL HONOUR FROM MOTIVATIONAL STRIPS AND GUJARAT SAHITYA ACADEMY 2021-2022.
Congratulations to all winners.

ALL I HAVE TO TELL !

My heart has gone crazy too
No longer can listen any consolation
Heart doesn’t hold back even if I ask
You’re in my breaths and emotions
Everyone but you has felt my pulse
Those expressions I spoke of you
Can’t show how my heart throbs
Visible to everyone though you can’t
This is all I have to tell you today
Wrapped in ,I ‘ll touch you and pass
Stop me and I ‘ll stay at your feet.

©®Dr.Prasana Kumar Dalai@India.
Date.Wed,20 Mar 2024.