Introduction
The Department of Law, University of Calcutta — also known as Hazra Law College — is calling for blog submissions for the latest edition of its “Sunday Blog Post” series. This edition invites undergraduate students from across India to write on the timely theme of football diplomacy and international relations, connecting the global spectacle of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to questions of soft power and geopolitics.
About the Organisation
The Department of Law, University of Calcutta, popularly known as Hazra Law College, is one of the oldest and most respected law departments in India. Established as part of the University of Calcutta — founded in 1857 — the Department has consistently contributed to legal scholarship, advocacy, and public discourse. The Sunday Blog Post initiative reflects its commitment to student writing and interdisciplinary academic engagement.
About the Opportunity
The Sunday Blog Post is an ongoing student publication series. This edition’s theme — “Football Diplomacy: How Nations Use the World Cup as Soft Power” — invites students to explore how the 2026 FIFA World Cup (hosted across North America) is being used by nations as a vehicle for international relations, cultural diplomacy, and geopolitical positioning. Submissions may be analytical essays, critical reflections, or reportage.
Featured Highlights
- Organisation: Dept. of Law, University of Calcutta (Hazra Law College)
- Opportunity: The Sunday Blog Post – Call for Submissions
- Mode: Online (Email Submission)
- Eligibility: Undergraduate students from any college across India
- Deadline: June 19, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. IST
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all undergraduate students from any college or institution across India
- No restriction to University of Calcutta students
- One submission per author only
Submission Guidelines
- Word Count: 450–500 words
- Languages Accepted: English, Bengali, or Hindi
- Font: Times New Roman (mandatory)
- File Format: Word document (.doc or .docx), renamed with author’s name
- AI Content: Maximum 10% AI-generated content permitted
Email Requirements:
- Subject Line: Sunday Blog Post — Edition — Your Name
- Include Instagram and LinkedIn profile handles
- Provide a two-line personal introduction
- Attach college/university ID card (PDF or Word format)
How to Apply
Submit your blog post via email to:
📧 hazralawcollege.soc@gmail.com
Important Dates
| Submission Deadline | June 19, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. IST |
Why You Should Participate
The Sunday Blog Post series offers undergraduate students a prestigious platform to hone analytical writing, engage with cross-disciplinary themes, and build a publication record. Writing at the intersection of sports, politics, and international relations sharpens lateral thinking — a skill invaluable in both legal practice and academia. Submissions published by the University of Calcutta Department of Law carry genuine credibility on a student resume.
