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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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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.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor in Aap Ki Adalat

Shashi Tharoor in Aap Ki Adalat: Respect PM Modi for boosting India's 'soft power' | Watch full show at 10pm today

India | Aug 04, 2018, 05:55 PM IST

Congress MP Thiruvananthapuram Shashi Tharoor was in news recently for his controversial 'Hindu Taliban' remark. On IndiaTV's Aap Ki Adalat show Tharoor talks about the controversy and other topics in detail.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

Aaj ki Baat July 27 episode: Rajat Sharma on why death of cattle at cow shelters is nothing short of cow slaughter

Jul 28, 2018, 11:13 PM IST

If 'gau-rakshaks' look after the cow shelters properly, they will be doing a great service to the nation. 

Imran Khan on Aap ki Adalat

Recap | Imran Khan in Aap Ki Adalat: Here's what he said on family values, his relationships and marriages

India | Jul 27, 2018, 04:47 PM IST

Imran Khan had appeared in IndiaTV's popular show Aap Ki Adalat with Mr. Rajat Sharma in November 2004.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

Aaj ki Baat July 25 episode: Rajat Sharma on why the Rafale deal should be kept above politics

Jul 26, 2018, 04:39 PM IST

The sooner this controversy is put to rest, the better. There are many other issues for politicking and it would not be proper to politicize the Rafale deal. Let us keep national security above politics.

Exclusive | Virender Sehwag to IndiaTV

Exclusive | There will be major changes in DDCA now, says Sehwag

Cricket | Jul 25, 2018, 09:39 PM IST

Sehwag said that newly-elected DDCA President Rajat Sharma, who is also the Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of IndiaTV, has given him the liberty to work freely for the betterment of Delhi cricket.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

Aaj ki Baat July 24 episode: Rajat Sharma on why Maratha reservation is a complex issue

Jul 25, 2018, 03:54 PM IST

The agitators should understand that granting of OBC status to Maratha community does not lie with the state government alone. 

India TV Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma (File photo)

Opinion | Rajat Sharma on mob lynching issue, 'all political leaders should first refrain from igniting passions'

Jul 24, 2018, 03:26 PM IST

All leaders of major political parties like the BJP and Congress, should stop issuing statements on this issue, because their remarks can ignite passions and encourage 'mobocracy'.

Opinion | Aaj Ki Baat July 18 episode: Rajat Sharma on why

Aaj Ki Baat July 18 episode: Rajat Sharma on why no-confidence motion in LS will test Opposition unity

Jul 19, 2018, 04:08 PM IST

Probably the Congress leaders are unaware that BJP chief Amit Shah had been meeting almost all the NDA allies recently, and the ruling party is not at all worried. 

Aaj Ki Baat July 17 episode: 'Stringent law needed to curb lynching'

Opinion | Rajat Sharma on why stringent law is needed to curb lynching

Jul 18, 2018, 04:37 PM IST

The apex court clearly said, "horrendous acts of mobocracy" cannot be allowed and "extra-judicial acts, such as cow vigilantism" have to be nipped in the bud.

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