Competition
The National Human Rights Commission has opened entries for the 11th annual competition for short films on human rights. It aims to encourage and acknowledge cinematic and creative efforts of the Indian citizens, irrespective of their age, advocating promotion and protection of human rights. The prize money for the first, second and third best films will be Rs 2 lakh, Rs 1.5 lakh and Rs 1 lakh respectively. The Commission, in addition to three cash awards, certificates and trophies, may also consider giving a ‘Certificate of Special Mention’ along with a cash prize of Rs 50,000 each to some films, if so recommended by the jury. The last date for receiving the entries is August 31. Entries have to be sent online at [email protected], using the Google Drive folder. The competition has been receiving tremendous response over the years, with a record of 303 entries last year from various parts of the country.
Condemnation
The president of Police Bazar Welfare Society, on behalf of the people of Police Bazar, has strongly condemned the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi by serial killers allegedly hired by his wife Sonam from Indore (MP). “There is a limit to such barbarians act committed in a peaceful state like Meghalaya, which is known for its hospitality and rich culture. Such an act only shows the lowest mindset of criminals just to defame the state. The national press should also refrain from misleading news in the national dailies without finding the facts and the truth,” the society president said in a statement issued here. It also appreciated the efforts of Meghalaya Police in tracking the culprits. “The Meghalaya Police deserves accolades for their unstinted efforts in this case,” it said.