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Rajat Sharma

Chairman and Editor-in-Chief
India TV

DOB: 18 February 1957

Rajat Sharma, a prominent figure in the world of Indian media and journalism. He is best known for hosting the immensely popular show "Aap Ki Adalat," which has captured the hearts of not only our nation, but also audiences worldwide for the past three decades.

Rajat Sharma's illustrious career has seen him interact with renowned personalities from both India and around the globe. His courtroom has witnessed the interrogation of celebrities from every walk of life, a tradition that continues to captivate audiences to this day. Nearly two decades ago, Rajat Sharma embarked on a new venture, launching India TV, which has now risen to become one of the leading Hindi news channels in the country. Every night at 9 pm, millions tune in to watch his live news show, "Aaj Ki Baat," where his pungent commentary takes centre stage. But Rajat Sharma is more than just a television star. He is also a respected motivational speaker, often invited to share his insights in esteemed institutions worldwide. His influence extends far beyond the screen, as he is recognized as one of the most influential media icons across the globe.

In the realm of social media, Rajat Sharma reigns supreme, holding the top position among TV news personalities on Twitter, with an astounding 10.8 million followers. Born into humble beginnings and educated in ordinary schools, Rajat Sharma's merit got him into Shri Ram College of Commerce. Here, he formed bonds with individuals who went on to become world class leaders in their respective fields.

Rajat Sharma's involvement in student politics led to a period of imprisonment during the Emergency. Undeterred, he pursued his education, earning an M. Com from SRCC and venturing into the world of journalism. Remarkably, at the young age of 28, he assumed the role of editor for Onlooker magazine, followed by editorships at The Sunday Observer and The Daily. His exceptional reporting during that era is still celebrated in contemporary media. "Aap Ki Adalat" was already a nationwide sensation, when Rajat Sharma took the helm in 1993.

Over the years, it has garnered even more fame and name, with luminaries like President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi gracing its stage during the show's 21st anniversary. Notably, it was on this platform that all three Khan superstars—Salman, Shahrukh, and Aamir Khan— appeared together for the first time on national television.

The impact of "Aap Ki Adalat" is undeniable. Icons like Swami Ramdev and Shahrukh Khan openly acknowledge how the show played a pivotal role in their rise to stardom. Former President of India, Pranab Mukherjee, who honoured Rajat Sharma with Padma Bhushan, urged him not to change his role, saying, "Please remain the public prosecutor of the people of India." This is the remarkable journey of Rajat Sharma, a name synonymous with excellence in the world of media and journalism.

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VIDEOS

Aaj Ki Baat: Watch video of how a lady marshal was manhandled by MPs inside Rajya Sabha

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 13, 2021, 06:51 AM IST

Amidst the Opposition's charge of manhandling their MPs in Rajya Sabha, a video has surfaced that shows protesting MPs jostling with the marshals on the floor of the Upper House. The over 2-minute video shows Opposition MPs shouting slogans and trying to climb onto a table even as marshals try to prevent them from doing so.

Why govt adjourned monsoon session of Parliament 2 days before schedule?

News | Aug 11, 2021, 10:27 PM IST

The Lok Sabha was adjourned sine die on Wednesday, two days before schedule, after Opposition protests over the Pegasus snooping row, farm laws and other issues continuously marred the proceedings since the start of the session on July 19.

Aaj Ki Baat: Opposition MPs stood on reporters' table, shouted slogans inside Rajya Sabha

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 11, 2021, 12:00 AM IST

Several MPs stood on the table where the parliamentary staff sits right below the chair, while others crowded around it shouting anti-government slogans.

Aaj Ki Baat: How a YouTuber targeted a Delhi Police SHO on communal issue

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 09, 2021, 10:38 PM IST

While the Azadpur flyover was opened in 2009 ahead of the commonwealth games, cleric claims that the mazar built on the flyover was built in 1982.

Aaj Ki Baat: How India, China withdrew from Gogra Heights in Ladakh after 12 rounds of talks

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 07, 2021, 12:45 AM IST

India and China have agreed on disengagement in the area of Gogra in eastern Ladakh, Army said on Friday after 12th round of Corps Commander talks. As per the agreement reached during talks, both sides (India-China) ceased forward deployments in PP-17 in phased, coordinated & verified manner.

Aaj Ki Baat: How goalkeeper Srijesh played a stellar role in India winning Olympic bronze medal

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 06, 2021, 12:03 AM IST

Hockey stars Hardik Singh, Harmanpreet Singh and Dilpreet Singh talked about India's historic bronze medal in an exclusive interaction with India TV. India beat Germany 5-4 in a high-scoring thriller to finish on the podium for the first time since the 1980 Moscow Olympics.

Aaj Ki Baat: India TV reporting from Kabul, How Taliban is trying to scare Afghans by carrying out suicide attacks

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 05, 2021, 06:57 AM IST

How Taliban is trying to scare Afghans by carrying out suicide attacks? How Afghan army is repulsing Taliban advance by carrying out ground, air strikes? Watch India TV's exclusive report from Kabul.

Aaj Ki Baat: Why BSP, Akali, AAP leaders did not attend Rahul’s breakfast meet?

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 03, 2021, 11:53 PM IST

Opposition parties on Tuesday put up a united show of strength at Rahul Gandhi's breakfast meeting with the Congress terming it as "historic" and a "trailer" ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. However, BSP, Akali, AAP leaders did not attend the meet.

Aaj Ki Baat | 'Chak de' in Tokyo: How Indian women's hockey team defeated Australia in Olympics

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 02, 2021, 10:56 PM IST

A brave and determined Indian women's hockey team etched its name in the history books by entering the Olympic Games semifinals for the first time, stunning three-time champions and world no.2 Australia 1-0 in an intense last-eight tie on Monday. India's best performance in the Olympics came way back in the 1980 Moscow Games where they finished fourth out of six teams.

UP CM Yogi Adityanath provides Rs 10 lakh financial aid to family members of journalists who died of COVID-19

News | Jul 31, 2021, 03:09 PM IST

In a bid to encourage and honour the tireless and unparalleled contribution of journalists, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday provided financial aid to the families of journalists who had lost their lives due to the coronavirus pandemic. The chief minister was also accompanied by India TV Editor-In-Chief and Chairman Rajat Sharma. The families of scribes were offered a cheque of Rs 10 lakh each.

Aaj Ki Baat: Why Mamata stayed in Delhi for 5 days, but avoided meeting Sharad Pawar?

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 30, 2021, 11:59 PM IST

"Democracy must go on", were West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's parting words as she left Delhi after a five-day visit on Friday, promising to return to the capital once every two months.

Aaj Ki Baat: India TV reporter reports from war zone inside Afghanistan

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 29, 2021, 11:57 PM IST

Biden pushed back against the notion the US mission has failed but also noted that it remains unlikely the government would control all of Afghanistan after the US. leaves. He urged the Afghan government and Taliban, which he said remains as formidable as it did before the start of the war, to come to a peace agreement. The new withdrawal date comes after former president Donald Trump’s administration negotiated a deal with the Taliban to end the US military mission by May 1.

Aaj Ki Baat: When will Parliament function normally? When will debate on Pegasus begin?

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 28, 2021, 10:52 PM IST

The opposition on Wednesday hardened its stand on the Pegasus spyware issue with 14 parties unitedly demanding a debate in Parliament in the presence of the prime minister or the home minister and a Supreme Court-monitored probe into the matter.

Aaj Ki Baat: India TV reporter on Mizo-Assam border, know the real reason behind border conflict

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 27, 2021, 11:53 PM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has condemned the violence in Cachar district that claimed the lives of five police personnel. Sarma said that the border dispute is not political and that the state government will move the Supreme Court seeking protection of Innerline Forest Reserve from destruction and encroachment.

Aaj Ki Baat: BKU leader Rakesh Tikait to enter UP politics, what about other farmer leaders?

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 27, 2021, 07:58 AM IST

BKU leader Rakesh Tikait said that our fight is not with the BJP but with the Modi government. Tikait said that we are not afraid of the allegations of the government. He once again made it clear that the agitation will continue till the government withdraws the three laws.

Aaj Ki Baat: Is the ‘ceasefire’ between Capt Amarinder and Sidhu camps in Punjab real?

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 23, 2021, 11:45 PM IST

Senior Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu on Friday took charge as the chief of the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee in the presence of Chief Minister Amarinder Singh at the Punjab Bhawan in Chandigarh.

Aaj Ki Baat: Were Pegasus Project findings about surveillance false? What did Amnesty International say?

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 23, 2021, 03:37 PM IST

High drama unfolded in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday as the Opposition staged protest over a range of issues. Things got particularly ugly when TMC MP Santanu Sen snatched statement paper from IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw as he rose to speak on the Pegasus snooping controversy.

Aaj Ki Baat: Know why deaths of Covid patients due to lack of oxygen did not figure in state lists sent to Centre

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 21, 2021, 11:55 PM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday slammed the Opposition, including the Congress and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for playing politics over the Covid pandemic. Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra reiterated the government's stand over death due to oxygen shortage during the second wave stating that the onus was on the states to report such casualties.

Aaj Ki Baat | Why top BJP leaders alleged, Congress trying to defame Modi govt?

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 20, 2021, 10:50 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday lashed out at the opposition parties for creating a "negative" atmosphere in the country and stalling the Parliament proceedings over the Pegasus snooping controversy and demanded that they apologise.

Aaj Ki Baat: Will Opposition allow Parliament to function normally?

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 19, 2021, 10:44 PM IST

Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned for the day after witnessing multiple disruptions as several Opposition members trooped into the Well of the House raising slogans and protesting over various issues.

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