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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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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.

India TV Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

Aaj Ki Baat July 16 episode: Rajat Sharma on why Congress is on the defensive over Rahul's 'Muslim' party remark

India | Jul 17, 2018, 02:49 PM IST

An Urdu daily had quoted Rahul Gandhi as saying that Congress is a party of Muslims.

India TV Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

Aaj ki Baat July 13 episode: Rajat Sharma on Nawaz Sharif playing a masterstroke by courting arrest

India | Jul 14, 2018, 05:42 PM IST

Nawaz Sharif took a big political gamble, leaving his ailing wife in London, and decided to return to his country alongwith his daughter. 

IndiaTV Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

IndiaTV Chairman Rajat Sharma reiterates his resolve to resurrect DDCA

India | Jul 14, 2018, 03:02 PM IST

Speaking at Delhi's Ramjas School, where he was felicitated for being elected as DDCA President, Rajat Sharma said he is aware of the challenges associated with the new role but also confident to achieve the best.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

Aaj ki Baat July 12 episode: Rajat Sharma on Shashi Tharoor raising the bogey of a 'Hindu Pakistan'

Jul 13, 2018, 05:58 PM IST

The surprising thing about Tharoor's comment is  that he quoted remarks made by Veer Savarkar and Deendayal Upadhyay on Hindu Rashtra to justify his stand. 

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

Aaj ki Baat July 11 episode: Rajat Sharma on why Parliament must pass law to ban triple talaq

Jul 12, 2018, 06:07 PM IST

On Tuesday in Bareilly, UP, a Muslim woman Razia died of starvation. She was given triple talaq by her husband over phone.

Mehbooba Mufti in Aap Ki Adalat

Mehbooba Mufti in Aap ki Adalat: Former CM dismisses reports of PDP-Cong alliance for govt formation in J&K

India | Jul 08, 2018, 04:41 PM IST

Mehbooba Mufti pointed out that “PDP could have formed the government with Congress two years back. We did not, and formed the government (with BJP) for a greater aim which my father had envisioned.”

Mehbooba Mufti in Aap ki adalat

Mehbooba Mufti in Aap Ki Adalat: ‘Reports about tieup with Congress in J&K are baseless’

India | Jul 08, 2018, 12:03 PM IST

Mehbooba Mufti pointed out that “PDP could have formed the government with Congress two years back. We did not, and formed the government (with BJP) for a greater aim which my father had envisioned.”

Mehbooba Mufti in Aap ki Adalat

Mehbooba Mufti in Aap Ki Adalat: 'Never indulged in corruption either as an MLA or J-K CM'

India | Jul 07, 2018, 11:26 PM IST

Mehbooba Mufti submitted her resignation from the chief minister post to Governor NN Vohra on June 19 after BJP general secretary Ram Madhav announced his party's decision to withdraw support from her government.

Mehbooba Mufti in Aap ki Adalat

Promo | Mehbooba in Aap ki Adalat: 'Out of 56-inch chest, PM Modi needs to spare 1-inch for Kashmiris'

India | Jul 07, 2018, 10:24 AM IST

When she was reminded that efforts of both former PM Vajpayee and present prime minister Modi failed to yield results, Mehbooba Mufti said that India needs to keep trying not once or twice but many times.

Aaj Ki Baat July 5 episode: Rajat Sharma on former liquor

Aaj ki Baat July 5 episode: Rajat Sharma on former liquor baron Vijay Mallya fighting losing battle in UK

Jul 06, 2018, 04:21 PM IST

Mallya owes the consortium Rs  6,203 crore plus interest, which comes to a total of Rs 9,863 crore.

Opinion | Aaj ki Baat July 3 episode: Rajat Sharma on why there is nothing wrong in PM Modi playing

Aaj ki Baat July 4 episode: Rajat Sharma on why there is nothing wrong in PM Modi playing the 'farmers card'

Jul 05, 2018, 07:16 PM IST

The Congress has alleged that the ruling party has done this in order to garner the votes of farmers. 

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