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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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Aaj Ki Baat June 3 episode

Opinion | Both Mayawati, Akhilesh Yadav failed to gauge the mood of voters in UP

Jun 04, 2019, 08:39 AM IST

The BSP supremo, according to sources, said at the meeting that Akhilesh Yadav could not even win his family seats, and his wife and cousins lost the elections. 

Aaj ki Baat

Opinion | Jaitley will surely recover and return to active politics

May 30, 2019, 12:02 PM IST

On Wednesday night, when senior BJP leaders and government functionaries were busy preparing the list of ministers, Prime Minister Modi went to meet Jaitley at the latter's residence. 

Aaj ki Baat

Opinion | Why is Mamata Banerjee scared of BJP in West Bengal?

May 29, 2019, 12:12 PM IST

The entry of 2 TMC MLAs and 56 councillors in BJP signifies that all is not well inside the ruling party in Bengal. BJP has already expanded its base in rural areas, and the TMC is now mostly confined to urban and semi-urban areas.

Aaj Ki Baat

Opinion | Victory has given Modi the power to talk to world leaders from a position of strength

May 28, 2019, 11:51 AM IST

Modi had finalized his foreign visit plans even when he was busy during the election campaign in April and May. This shows the level of confidence Modi had about his impending landslide victory, even before the results were out. 

OPINION | Aaj Ki Baat May 23 episode: A big salute to the

OPINION | Aaj Ki Baat May 23 episode: A big salute to the Indian voter and Narendra Modi

May 24, 2019, 04:25 PM IST

India on Thursday gave a resounding mandate to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party for another second term in power, cutting across deep fault lines of caste, religion, family loyalties and class drawn over several decades. The BJP won 303 LS seats and the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance won 352 seats in the Lok Sabha.

Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma

Opinion | Rahul cannot blame media for giving more space to Modi

May 18, 2019, 09:56 AM IST

Both Modi and BJP President Amit Shah have claimed that the party would get a comfortable majority. How far this claim is true, I shall reveal on Sunday evening when the exit poll results will be telecast on India TV. 

Aaj ki Baat May 10 episode

Opinion | Some Congress leaders have this knack of scoring self-goals during elections

May 11, 2019, 10:54 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing election rallies on Friday sarcastically pulled up the Congress for Pitroda's "hua toh hua" remark, and said this revealed the mindset of the Congress leaders towards the anti-Sikh pogrom that took place soon after the assassination of the then PM Indira Gandhi by her Sikh bodyguards in 1984.

Watch PM Modi's interview with Rajat Sharma

Watch PM Narendra Modi's biggest interview of election 2019 with Rajat Sharma | Full Video

May 05, 2019, 10:08 AM IST

PM Modi's interaction with Rajat Sharma was soon recognised as the most-revealing interview as the hashtag #ModiOnIndiaTV retained its top position on Twitter.

Akhilesh Yadav in Aap Ki Adalat: 'Mahagathbandhan will not

Akhilesh Yadav in Aap Ki Adalat: 'Mahagathbandhan not breaking, BJP daydreaming'

May 05, 2019, 12:14 AM IST

Former UP chief minister and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has said that his 'mahagathbandhan' with BSP and RLD is firm, and "India will choose a new Prime Minister after May 23 (counting day)".

ModiOnIndiaTV

PM Narendra Modi compares Rahul Gandhi's comments to script of comedian Kapil Sharma's show

Celebrities | May 05, 2019, 07:35 AM IST

During his interview with IndiaTV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Congress president Rahul Gandhi's speeches are similar to comedian Kapil Sharma's scripts.

PM Narendra Modi on INDIA TV

From strolling around gates to being an honoured White House guest: PM Modi | EXCLUSIVE

India | May 04, 2019, 10:46 PM IST

India TV's Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma interviewed Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In this exclusive interaction, PM Modi spoke at length on number of issues and recounted his experience as prime minister of the country.

Top 10 Questions highlights pm narendra modi interview on India TV

Check out the questions PM Narendra Modi faced during exclusive interview with India TV's Rajat Sharma

India | May 04, 2019, 10:25 PM IST

Top questions Prime Minister Narendra Modi answered during exclusive interview with India TV's Rajat Sharma

Watch PM Modi's most revealing interview of Election 2019

PM Modi's most revealing interview of Election 2019 with Rajat Sharma

May 04, 2019, 11:21 PM IST

From India's Balakot airstrike to everything the nation was waiting for, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had answers to all questions to India TV Chairman and Editor-In-Chief Rajat Sharma. The explosive interview's telecast began at 8 PM on India TV. The prime minister took up questions from India TV's Rajat Sharma on a range of issues concerning the country. The most-revealing interview remained top on Twitter with the hashtag #ModiOnIndiaTV.

Shatrughan Sinha in Aap Ki Adalat

Shatrughan Sinha in Aap Ki Adalat: Modi's energy level fantastic, need to know secrets of his fine health

Apr 26, 2019, 12:04 AM IST

Actor-turned-politician and Congress candidate from Patna Sahib, Shatrughan Sinha has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi saying "his energy level is fantastic".

Opinion | Aaj ki Baat April 19 episode: Rajat Sharma on why

Opinion | Rajat Sharma on why Mayawati decided to bury the hatchet with Mulayam Singh Yadav

Apr 20, 2019, 03:17 PM IST

​History was rewritten in the sleepy town of Mainpuri in Uttar Pradesh on Friday, when Bahujan Samaj Party supremo Mayawati appeared on the dais with Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and asked voters to elect her former sworn enemy to Parliament.   

Devendra Fadnavis in Aap Ki Adalat

Devendra Fadnavis in Aap Ki Adalat: Narendra Modi will bring Kashmir issue to an end

Apr 10, 2019, 11:35 PM IST

"I believe that Modi has started taking strong steps in Kashmir. Like Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel, who brought about the unconditional merger of 542 princely states in the Indian Union, Modi will also bring the Kashmir question to an end."

Devendra Fadnavis in Aap Ki Adalat: Highlights

Devendra Fadnavis in Aap Ki Adalat: Highlights

Apr 10, 2019, 11:35 PM IST

In the latest edition of the Election Special Aap Ki Adalat, Rajat Sharma put Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in the dock.

Aap Ki Adalat Election Special: Watch special show with Devendra Fadnavis

Aap Ki Adalat Election Special: Watch special show with Devendra Fadnavis

Apr 10, 2019, 05:10 PM IST

In the latest edition of the Election Special Aap Ki Adalat, Rajat Sharma put Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in the dock. The show will be broadcast at 10 pm tonight at India TV. You can watch the show here.

Aap ki Adalat with Rajat Sharma LIVE Updates: Union

Nitin Gadkari in Aap Ki Adalat: Highlights

Apr 06, 2019, 11:23 PM IST

India TV Editor-in-Chief is hosting special edition Aap Ki Adalat in Nagpur. First guest on the special series of India TV's iconic show is Nitin Gadkari. Follow live updates from the show right here.

Aap Ki Adalat

25 years of Aap Ki Adalat with Rajat Sharma: Watch special show with Nitin Gadkari today

Apr 06, 2019, 03:43 PM IST

Today's Aap Ki Adalat show will give a chance to its viewers to ask questions to the Union minister through social media.

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