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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 IndiaTV

Aaj ki Baat Sept 3 episode: Why should common man in Kashmir face the brunt of attacks from terrorists?

Sep 04, 2018, 01:09 PM IST

With the state panchayat bodies elections slated to begin soon, security forces have intensified cordon and search operations, and terrorists are now clearly on the run.

Rajat Sharma thanks followers after his Twitter handle touches 3 million landmark

Rajat Sharma thanks followers after his Twitter handle touches 3 million landmark

India | Sep 03, 2018, 07:42 PM IST

Expressing his gratitude to his followers in social media, Rajat Sharma said, "Your love and affection has always been my inner strength. Thank you for your wholehearted support."

India Tv's show Aaj Ki Baat airs Monday-Friday at 9 pm

Aaj ki Baat Aug 27 episode: Rajat Sharma on Rahul Gandhi's assertion that Cong had no role in 1984 riots

Aug 28, 2018, 04:51 PM IST

The question is not about Rahul Gandhi's involvement in 1984 riots, but about the connivance of his party in the massacres of Sikhs.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

Aaj ki Baat Aug 24 episode: Rajat Sharma on why communal tension over Kanwariyas can be dangerous for social unity

Aug 25, 2018, 05:58 PM IST

Leaders of both Hindu and Muslim communities should understand that they must co-exist peacefully and allow others to bring out processions and perform prayers. 

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

Aaj ki Baat August 23 episode: Rajat Sharma on need for law to give death sentence to food adulterators

Aug 24, 2018, 03:52 PM IST

Time has come for the government to enact such a stringent law to act as deterrent for such people who play with the lives of people. 

India TV Chairman Rajat Sharma

Aaj ki Baat Aug 20 episode: Rajat Sharma on why Atal Bihari Vajpayee was an ‘ajatshatru’

Aug 21, 2018, 04:08 PM IST

The biggest tribute that we can pay to Vajpayee will be to follow his path of inclusiveness, and create an atmosphere of harmony and amity.

India TV Chairman Rajat Sharma paying his last respects to Atal Bihari Vajpayee

'Atal Ji shall always remain in our hearts': India TV Chairman Rajat Sharma on former PM's demise

India | Aug 17, 2018, 09:08 PM IST

An era has ended today. Atal Ji was not only ‘atal’ (enduring) in name, he was ‘atal’ in his personality, he was ‘atal’ in his ideology, throughout his life he remained ‘atal’ in honesty.

India TV Chairman Rajat Sharma pays tribute to former PM Vajpayee

India TV Chairman Rajat Sharma pays tribute to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee

India | Aug 17, 2018, 02:06 AM IST

Vajpayee, the founder-president of the ruling BJP, breathed his last at 5.05 pm on Thursday at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in the national capital.

Aaj Ki Baat - Rajat Sharma Ke Saath

Aaj ki Baat August 10 episode: Why Centre must enact strict legislation to curb vandalism by kanwariyas, rioters

Aug 11, 2018, 03:11 PM IST

In recent years, most of the kanwariyas have been found consuming liquor, smoking hashish and cigarettes, and vandalizing properties.

DDCA

Unanimous decisions being taken for welfare of Delhi cricket, says DDCA Executive Committee

Cricket | Aug 11, 2018, 12:34 AM IST

The DDCA Executive Committee stated that it is working together to make the state cricket body a professional and transparent organisation.

DDCA appoints new security chief, head of cricket operations

DDCA appoints new security chief, head of cricket operations

Cricket | Aug 10, 2018, 07:59 PM IST

The Delhi & District Cricket Association has appointed Anil Sethi as Chief Security & Protocol Officer and Devendra Singh Negi as General Manager, Cricket Operations. 

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

Aaj ki Baat Aug 9 episode: Rajat Sharma on how Opposition lost RS Deputy Chairman poll due to lack of seriousness

Aug 10, 2018, 02:48 PM IST

On the whole, the NDA won because its leaders took the election seriously and there was good floor management. 

Rajat Sharma

Aaj ki Baat August 8 episode: How RK Dhawan cleared his name in Indira Gandhi assassination case

Aug 09, 2018, 02:28 PM IST

'The biggest tragedy that took place in his career was when fingers were pointed at him in the 1984 Indira Gandhi assassination case.'

Opinion | Aaj ki Baat: Rajat Sharma on how Karunanidhi's

Aaj ki Baat August 7 episode: How Karunanidhi's passing away will impact politics both in TN, Centre

Aug 09, 2018, 09:38 AM IST

Karunanidhi stood like a colossus in Tamil Nadu politics for several decades. At the Centre, he was the oldest living politician in the front ranks, who had witnessed the freedom movement right up to the alliance politics at the Centre, rivalled only by Akali Dal supremo Parkash Singh Badal.

Shashi Tharoor in Aap Ki Adalat

Shashi Tharoor in Aap Ki Adalat: 'Sunanda's death a tragedy in my life, saw my 80-yr-old mother weep on TV'

India | Aug 05, 2018, 04:32 PM IST

Opening up on the death of his wife, the Thiruvananthapuram MP said he had done nothing wrong, and that his conscience was clear.

Shashi Tharoor in Aap Ki Adalat

Shashi Tharoor in Aap Ki Adalat: 'At times, I use tough vocabulary in jest. I do write meanings too'

India | Aug 05, 2018, 01:31 PM IST

"Communication should be to be understood. It would be my failing if I use words that people do not understand," Tharoor said.

Shashi Tharoor on Aap ki Adalat: Mutual respect between political rivals crucial

Shashi Tharoor in Aap ki Adalat: Mutual respect between political rivals crucial

India | Aug 05, 2018, 01:31 PM IST

Talking to India TV's Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma in his show Aap ki Adalat, Tharoor said that in past four years the difference between the ruling and the opposition parties has widened as the government has failed to reach out to rivals.

Shashi Tharoor in Aap Ki Adalat

Shashi Tharoor in Aap Ki Adalat : 'Sunanda never said I did anything against her' | Highlights

India | Aug 05, 2018, 01:33 PM IST

Who will stop BJP from making India a Hindu Rashtra the day it gets majority in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, asked Shashi Tharoor

India TV Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma

Opinion | Rajat Sharma on why 17 Opposition parties are demanding replacement of EVMs with ballots

Aug 04, 2018, 11:33 AM IST

 A joint meeting will be held on Monday, which will be followed by a debate in Parliament, and then a joint delegation will meet the Election Commission. 

DDCA

DDCA announces key appointments; Ravi Kant Chopra named as CEO, PC Vaish as CFO, GR Saxena COO

Cricket | Aug 02, 2018, 06:31 PM IST

DDCA President Mr Rajat Sharma said all the three appointments have been made as per the recommendation of the Justice Lodha Committee and in accordance with related orders of the Supreme Court.

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