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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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Aaj Ki Baat: Why UP CM Yogi Adityanath alleged that some SP leaders were Pakistan supporters

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 17, 2021, 06:56 AM IST

What kind of mentality a responsible leader shows when he says he has no trust in UP's security agencies. Yesterday, Samajwadi Party workers raised pro-Pakistan slogans in Agra. You can imagine the kind of blueprint they carry for national & state security, says Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath.

Aaj Ki Baat: Why PM Modi publicly praised UP CM Yogi for his performance?

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 16, 2021, 07:09 AM IST

PM Modi on Thursday termed the handling of the second wave of Covid by the Yogi Adityanath government as 'unparalleled' and said that the state had stood up and battled the pandemic efficiently.

Aaj Ki Baat: What advice PM Modi gave to Indian athletes going to take part in Tokyo Olympics

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 13, 2021, 11:02 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday asked the Tokyo Olympics-bound Indian sportspersons not to get bogged down by the pressure of huge expectations and try and put up their best performance without bothering about the results.

Aaj Ki Baat: Know the do’s and don’ts when lightning strikes during bad weather

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 12, 2021, 10:43 PM IST

Twenty people died due to lightning in Rajasthan on Sunday. Eleven people lost their lives when lightning struck the watchtower of Amer Mahal in Jaipur. Apart from twelve people in Jaipur, 4 in Kota, 3 in Dholpur have died.

Aaj Ki Baat: Why PM Modi warned people about the perils of a Third Wave of pandemic

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 09, 2021, 11:31 PM IST

Fresh wave is back in USA, Europe, visuals of thousands of football fans celebrating in London. Why is the Centre worried over several lakh tourists gathering in Uttarakhand, Himachal? for more Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma on india tv.

Aaj Ki Baat: Why new IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told Twitter, ‘law of the land is supreme’

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 08, 2021, 10:54 PM IST

Bureaucrat-turned-politician Ashwini Vaishnav on Thursday said that micro-blogging platform Twitter must abide by the law of land. Speaking to India TV soon after taking charge of the IT, Electronics and Communication Ministry, he said, "All the companies doing business in India... all of them will have to follow our law."

Aaj Ki Baat: Why PM Modi sacked some of his most powerful ministers?

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 08, 2021, 12:04 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday made big changes in his Council of Ministers. As many as 43 new ministers took oath of office at an event held at the Rashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi. The major revamp includes several new faces and elevation of many existing ministers.

India TV chairman and Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma pays tribute to Dilip Kumar

News | Jul 07, 2021, 11:40 AM IST

Veteran Bollywood actor Dilip Kumar breathed his last on July 7. He was admitted to Hinduja Hospital on June 30 due to age-related problems.

Aaj Ki Baat | Chirag Paswan holds Aashirwad yatra, gets rousing welcome in Hajipur

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 05, 2021, 10:52 PM IST

A large number of LJP leaders and supporters welcomed Chirag Paswan at the Patna airport with slogans attacking his uncle and party leader Pashupati Kumar Paras for his “betrayal”.

Aaj Ki Baat: Rahul Gandhi’s tweet on vaccine shortage evokes angry retorts from 3 union ministers

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 02, 2021, 11:10 PM IST

In Chhindwara, MP, scramble breaks out for 250 vaccine doses among 1,000 villagers. In Chhindwara, MP, scramble breaks out for 250 vaccine doses among 1,000 villagers. for more Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma on india tv.

Aaj Ki Baat: How cyber fraud gangs steal money from thousands of bank customers

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 01, 2021, 11:23 PM IST

More details emerge about fake vaccination rackets in Mumbai. for more Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma on india tv.

Aaj Ki Baat: Farmers clash with BJP workers near protest site in Ghazipur

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 01, 2021, 09:02 AM IST

BJP workers and farm law protesters clashed in Ghazipur on the Delhi-Uttar Pradesh border on Wednesday. Farmers alleged that BJP workers sloganeered near the stage which led to scuffles between groups of people.

Aaj Ki Baat: NSG commandos with anti-drone systems deployed at Jammu air base

Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 29, 2021, 10:51 PM IST

In the wake of two explosions that occurred at the Air Force Station here, a team of the NIA reached the spot where some damage was caused to the concrete structures at the Air Force Station.

Aaj Ki Baat: Delta plus variant of Covid-19 is spreading in Maharashtra, MP, other states

Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 25, 2021, 10:37 PM IST

The Maharashtra government has decided to impose stricter norms by reducing the five-level relaxation plan to three. The first two levels having maximum relaxations have been removed till further order, according to a notification issued by chief secretary Sitaram Kunte on Friday.

Aaj Ki Baat: Promises that PM gave to JK leaders about restoring statehood, holding assembly polls

Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 24, 2021, 10:37 PM IST

At all-party meeting on Jammu and Kashmir, PM Modi reportedly assured that he was committed to restoring statehood to the region. The PM also said that he wants to remove 'Dilli ki Duri as well as Dil Ki Duri'.

Aaj Ki Baat: To derail talks on Kashmir, terrorists killed CID Inspector Parvez Ahmed Dar in valley

Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 23, 2021, 10:38 PM IST

A police inspector was shot dead by terrorists in Kashmir while he was on his way to offer prayers in the Nowgam area.

Aaj Ki Baat: India TV investigation, 87 Covid patients died in a Sangli hospital manned by a homeopath doc

Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 21, 2021, 11:40 PM IST

India TV investigation, 87 Covid patients died in a hospital in Sangli, Maharashtra, manned by a homeopath doc and ward boys.. Thousands of weekend tourists from Mumbai, Thane, flocked to Asherigadh fort near Palghar throwing Covid protocol to winds.. Uttar Pradesh ATS arrests two Muslims in Delhi for carrying out religious conversion of nearly 1,000 people in Noida, Kanpur, Varanasi, Mathura.. Watch this and more at Aaj Ki Baat.

Aaj Ki Baat: Gold medal winner lifter Sunita Devi in Haryana cooks, washes utensils for a living

Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 19, 2021, 07:00 AM IST

Union Minister for Sports Kiren Rijiju has assured help to Strength Lifter and gold medalist Sunita Rani, who even after performing good at various national and international competitions, is struggling to make her daily needs meet.

Aaj Ki Baat | How NIA trapped encounter specialist Pradeep Sharma in Antilia case

Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 18, 2021, 06:48 AM IST

The NIA has arrested former Mumbai Police 'encounter specialist' Pradeep Sharma in connection with the Mukesh Ambani bomb scare investigation, agency sources said Thursday afternoon.

Aaj Ki Baat: Why rumour was spread on social media that calf serum was used in making of Covaxin vaccine

Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 16, 2021, 10:48 PM IST

The Union Health Ministry has said that some social media posts have distorted facts that the indigenously manufactured Covaxine contains the serum of a newborn calf. The Health Ministry said that the serum of the newborn calf is used only for the preparation and development of Vero cells

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