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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 center 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 on 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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Bigg Boss 13 February 11 Live Updates

Bigg Boss 13 February 11 Highlights: Rashami, Sid, Asim face fiery questions from Rajat Sharma

TV | Feb 12, 2020, 10:51 AM IST

After grilling host Salman Khan on Somvaar Ka Vaar, India TV Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma interrogated the housemates in last night's Bigg Boss 13 episode.

Bigg Boss 13 Promo: Rajat Sharma raises questions on Sidharth Shukla, Asim and Rashami Desai's game

Bigg Boss 13: Rajat Sharma to question Sidharth, Asim and Rashami's game plan on Tuesday's episode

TV | Feb 11, 2020, 02:57 PM IST

DO NOT forget to watch Tuesday's episode of Bigg Boss 13 on Colors TV at 10.30 pm and any time on Voot app.

Rajat Sharma, Salman Khan

Bigg Boss 13: Rajat Sharma grills Salman Khan for breaking house rules for Rashami Desai, Asim Riaz

TV | Feb 11, 2020, 09:23 AM IST

India TV Chairman and Editor-In-Chief Rajat Sharma will be entering the Bigg Boss 13 house to grill the contestant in Aap Ki Adalat style but before the contestant, it was Salman Khan who faced Rajat Sharma's questions.

Watch Delhi Election Result on India TV with Rajat Sharma

Watch Delhi Election Result on India TV with Rajat Sharma

Elections | Feb 11, 2020, 12:00 AM IST

Join Rajat Sharma, Editor-In-Chief and Chairman of India TV as he brings you the most comprehensive and authoritative coverage of Delhi Election Results. Counting of votes will start at 8 am but we will bring you updates of each moment 6 am onwards on Tuesday (February 11).

Bigg Boss 13 Somvaar Ka Vaar Live Updates: Rajat Sharma grills Salman Khan

Bigg Boss 13 Somvaar Ka Vaar Highlights: Salman Khan answers Rajat Sharma's 'tedhe' questions

TV | Feb 10, 2020, 11:57 PM IST

With tables turned, it is host Salman Khan who faces some 'tedhe' questions from India TV Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma in his iconic 'Aap Ki Adalat'' style in tonight's Bigg Boss 13 Somvaar Ka Vaar episode.

All this and much more will unfold on Monday's episode,

Salman Khan to face tough questions from Rajat Sharma on Bigg Boss 13 tonight

TV | Feb 10, 2020, 09:18 PM IST

Neither host Salman Khan nor the housemates will have it easy when tonight Rajat Sharma asks them questions the entire country wants to know the answers to -- in his inimitable 'Aap Ki Adalat' style.

Rajat Sharma and Salman Khan engage in a fun chat in Bigg

Exclusive First Look: Rajat Sharma's Aap Ki Adalat on Bigg Boss 13, grills Salman Khan

TV | Feb 09, 2020, 11:14 PM IST

India TV Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma grills Bigg Boss 13 finalists and host Salman Khan in 'Aap Ki Adalat' style.

Bigg Boss 13 has emerged to be the most interesting season

EXCLUSIVE: Rajat Sharma to grill housemates on Bigg Boss 13, won't spare Salman Khan too

TV | Feb 10, 2020, 06:55 PM IST

Before India decides which Bigg Boss 13 housemate will finally lift the trophy on February 15, India TV Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma will grill the finalists, and ask them questions the entire country wants to.

Arvind Kejriwal on Aap Ki Adalat

Kejriwal in Aap Ki Adalat: We have no role in the delay of Nirbhaya convicts' hanging

India | Feb 01, 2020, 11:48 PM IST

Arvind Kejriwal said that convicts' lawyers were misusing legal procedures by filing mercy petitions one-by-one. He was in the witness box of Aap Ki Adalat, the iconic show anchored by Rajat Sharma, Editor-In-Chief and Chairman of India TV.

Arvind Kejriwal on Aap Ki Adalat

Kejriwal in Aap Ki Adalat: BJP is presenting false data, we have fulfilled promises

India | Feb 01, 2020, 11:51 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal attacked Bharatiya Janata Party for presenting "false" data and spreading what he said, were "lies" about his government's performance in Delhi. He was in the witness box in Aap Ki Adalat, the iconic show anchored by Rajat Sharma, Editor-In-Chief and Chairman of India TV.

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in Aap Ki Adalat with Rajat Sharma, Editor-And-Chief and Chairman, India TV

All parties have joined hands to defeat AAP, says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in 'Aap Ki Adalat'

India | Feb 02, 2020, 12:02 AM IST

Delhi Elections are around the corner. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was in the witness box of Aap Ki Adalat, the iconic show anchored by Rajat Sharma, Editor-In-Chief and Chairman of India TV.

Salim Khan, Asha Parekha, Rajat Sharma grace Whistling Woods 12th convocation event

Rajat Sharma, Salim Khan, and Asha Parekh grace 12th annual convocation ceremony of Whistling Woods

Jan 24, 2020, 06:42 PM IST

India TV Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma on Friday attended the 12th convocation event of popular film institute Whistling Woods in Mumbai. He, along with legends Salim Khan and Asha Parekh, was the chief guest of the ceremony.

Aap Ki Adalat: Manoj Tiwari sang 'Rinkiya Ke Papa', his massively popular song

Manoj Tiwari sings Rinkiya Ke Papa in 'Aap Ki Adalat with Rajat Sharma'

Regional Cinema | Jan 18, 2020, 11:09 PM IST

Manoj Tiwari was in the witness box and was grilled by Rajat Sharma, Editor-In-Chief and Chairman of India TV, in the iconic show Aap Ki Adalat. Tiwari readily sang 'Rinkiya Ke Papa', his massively popular song.

Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari in Aap Ki Adalat with Rajat Sharma

Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari in 'Aap Ki Adalat': We won't stop AAP's free water, power scheme

India | Jan 18, 2020, 11:57 PM IST

Singer, actor and Delhi chief of BJP. Manoj Tiwari is a master of all trades. He was in the witness box and was grilled by Rajat Sharma, Editor-In-Chief and Chairman of India TV, in his iconic show Aap Ki Adalat.

Aaj Ki Baat Jan 13 episode

Opinion | Thousands travel in overcrowded trains in Bihar to appear for exam

Jan 14, 2020, 11:39 AM IST

India TV in its programme 'Aaj Ki Baat' showed videos of students clinging on to the engines and doors of overcrowded coaches. Hundreds of them were sitting on rooftops. Railway officials who arrived at the scene with police force tried to unload the aspirants who were clinging to the engine of the train. 

CAA does not stop anyone from applying for citizenship: Arif Mohammed Khan on Aap Ki Adalat

CAA does not stop anyone from applying for citizenship: Arif Mohammed Khan in Aap Ki Adalat

India | Jan 12, 2020, 12:27 AM IST

Arif Mohammed Khan sought to clear the air on Citizenship (Amendment) Bill during the interview as he unequivocally said that passage of CAA does not keep anyone from applying for Indian citizenship.

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan in Aap Ki Adalat with Rajat Sharma

Arif Mohammed Khan in Aap Ki Adalat: India embraces all, that is our Sanatan Dharma

India | Jan 12, 2020, 09:17 AM IST

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan strongly defended Citizenship (Amendment) Act. He spoke with Rajat Sharma, Editor-In-Chief and Chairman of India TV, in his iconic show Aap Ki Adalat.

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan on Aap Ki Adalat: Catch full interview at 10 pm tonight on India

Arif Mohammed Khan on Aap Ki Adalat: Catch full interview at 10 pm tonight on India TV

India | Jan 11, 2020, 09:43 PM IST

Don't forget to catch Aap Ki Adalat with Rajat Sharma tonight at 10 on India TV.

Opinion | Aaj Ki Baat December 16 episode: Indian Muslims

Indian Muslims must cast aside their sense of fear over CAA | Opinion

Dec 17, 2019, 11:53 AM IST

There were protests by students against the amended Citizenship Act on Monday in Aligarh Muslim University, Jadavpur University, Mau in UP, Lucknow's Darul Uloom Nadwatul seminary and in Kochi in Kerala, even as uneasy calm prevailed in Assam. 

Aaj Ki Baat December 13 episode: Rahul should have apologized for his 'Rape in India' remark

Opinion | Rahul should have apologized for his 'Rape in India' remark

Dec 14, 2019, 10:44 AM IST

In my view, Rahul Gandhi, as an opposition party leader, has every right to criticize Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his policies, he has the right to question the government and to level allegations, but atrocities against women is a sensitive issue. Before making such a remark, he should have taken care of his language, his thoughts and his style of speech.

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