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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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VIDEOS

Aaj Ki Baat: What message from Vladimir Putin did Russian Foreign Minister give to PM Modi today?

Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 09, 2022, 05:16 PM IST

What message from Vladimir Putin did Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov give to PM Modi today? Will India buy Russian crude by paying in rubles? Watch in today's episode of Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

Aaj Ki Baat | Will cornered Pak PM Imran Khan play his final card before removal?

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 31, 2022, 10:48 PM IST

In a live-address to the nation, 69-year-old Imran Khan said he will return stronger no matter what the result of no-trust vote would be. Khan needs 172 votes in the lower house of 342 to foil the Opposition's bid to topple him.

Aaj Ki Baat | In UP, Muslim BJP supporter lynched by mob in Kushinagar for distributing sweets

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 28, 2022, 11:20 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed the police to take strict action against those involved in the killing of a Muslim man in the Kushinagar district. The deceased man, identified as Babar, was allegedly lynched by his neighbours for supporting the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and distributing sweets after the party's poll victory in the state. Watch Aaj Ki Baat to know the complete story.

Aaj Ki Baat: What were the reasons behind selection of Yogi’s 52 ministers? Why several ministers were dropped?

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 26, 2022, 07:07 AM IST

Yogi Adityanath took oath as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh yet again along with 52 ministers - some of whom were new faces, while many of the former ministers were dropped. Know the inside story of Yogi Adityanath's 'historic' swearing-in ceremony in this episode of Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

Aaj Ki Baat : Names of probable ministers who will take oath tomorrow with CM Yogi in Lucknow

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 25, 2022, 06:28 AM IST

Why Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami set up a committee to implement uniform civil code? 3 days after 8 people were burnt alive, Mamata visits deserted village of Birbhum. Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

Aaj Ki Baat : Barbaric incident in Bengal, 6 women, 2 kids burnt to death, culprits yet to be arrested

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 23, 2022, 11:30 PM IST

Mamata says, such incidents happen in UP, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Bihar, why is my govt being defamed? Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami and his cabinet sworn in, PM, Amit Shah, BJP CMs attend . Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

Aaj Ki Baat : Farooq’s lie nailed, his govt in 1997 had put the cutoff date for exodus as November, 1989 in law

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 23, 2022, 06:16 AM IST

Farooq says, he is ready to face commission for probe into killings of Kashmiri Pandits in 1990. Pakistan harps on Kashmir at OIC meet, while UAE, Saudi officials attend investors summit in Jammu.Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

Aaj Ki Baat: 1.5 lakh people to attend Yogi’s oath ceremony on Friday, pujas in all temples across UP planned

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 22, 2022, 12:00 AM IST

Why PM Modi decided to retain all present incumbents Dhami, Sawant, Biren Singh as Chief Ministers? 1.5 lakh people to attend Yogi’s oath ceremony on Friday, pujas in all temples across UP planned? Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

Aaj Ki Baat | Azad meets Sonia, puts forward suggestions to strengthen Congress organisation

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 19, 2022, 03:18 PM IST

G-23 leader Ghulam Nabi Azad met Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Friday and said he conveyed suggestions to strengthen the party, a day after members of the dissenting group held a flurry of meetings over measures to revamp the organisation. Watch aaj ki baat to know the complete details of meeting.

Aaj Ki Baat: Have India, China decided to end border confrontation? Why is Chinese FM visiting India?

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 17, 2022, 11:55 PM IST

Bhupinder Hooda meets Rahul Gandhi, tries to mediate between Rahul and G-23. Mosques in Lucknow change Friday prayer timings due to Holi on Friday. Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

Aaj Ki Baat | Yogi in Delhi to finalize UP cabinet, Sawant to continue as Goa CM, tussle over Uttarakhand CM

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 17, 2022, 08:25 AM IST

Hectic parleys are underway in Delhi to finalise the names who will take oath as Ministers along with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath after Holi. Adityanath has reached Delhi to take part in a meeting which is underway at BJP headquarters. This is his second trip to Delhi after the election results were declared on March 10.

What Karnataka High Court said in its verdict against wearing of ‘hijab’ inside classrooms?

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 16, 2022, 06:12 AM IST

The high court dismissed the petitions filed by a section of Muslim students from the Government Pre-University Girls College in Udupi, seeking permission to wear Hijab inside the classroom. The prescription of school uniform is only a reasonable restriction, constitutionally permissible which the students cannot object to, the high court said.

Aaj Ki Baat: Why a film on exodus of Kashmiri Pandits by Anupam Kher is drawing crowds to cinema halls

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 15, 2022, 07:02 AM IST

How displaced Kashmiri Pandits turned emotional after watching the movie ‘The Kashmir Files’. How Congress, Owaisi reacted to ‘The Kashmir Files’, Who demanded ban on this movie? Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

Aaj Ki Baat | Yogi becomes first CM since Independence to be re-elected after serving full 5-year-term

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 11, 2022, 09:09 AM IST

The BJP-led alliance was leading in over 274 seats as against 119 of its nearest rival Samajwadi Party-led alliance in the initial rounds of counting of votes in Uttar Pradesh. Watch indepth analysis of election results in Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

Aaj Ki Baat: Countdown begins for counting of votes in 5 states amidst tight security

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 10, 2022, 05:47 AM IST

Akhilesh Yadav, O P Rajbhar, S P Maurya allege tampering with EVMs in UP. BJP delegation meets Election Commission, alleges Akhilesh is inciting violence. Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

Aaj Ki Baat | Will Yogi retain power in UP, if exit poll predictions are to be believed?

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 08, 2022, 09:59 AM IST

BJP is set to retain power in Uttar Pradesh with a comfortable majority, and will also manage Uttarakhand, Goa, and Manipur, according to India TV-CNX Exit Poll. Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma to understand the complete analysis of these exit poll predictions.

Aaj Ki Baat: Russian forces attack 15 Ukrainian cities on a single day, widespread devastation

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 04, 2022, 06:31 AM IST

Putin warns, Russia will add more demands if talks delayed, tells Macron, Russia will achieve its targets. Indian students evacuated from Ukraine narrate their ordeals in meeting with PM Modi. Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

Aaj Ki Baat: Russian missiles, shells pound Ukraine’s Kharkiv city

Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 03, 2022, 10:21 PM IST

Kharkiv becomes a ghost town, Visuals of most of the buildings now in ruins. 3 IAF transport aircraft deployed to evacuate Indians from Poland, Romania, Hungary. Watch Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma.

EXCLUSIVE: Yogi Adityanath speaks with India TV, says - no criminals will be seen in UP after March 10

News | Mar 02, 2022, 06:40 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath speaks to India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma on a wide range of topics involving the Uttar Pradesh Assembly Elections 2022. Watch the exclusive interview.

Aaj Ki Baat: With Ukraine’s capital Kyiv about to fall to Russian army, what next?

Aaj Ki Baat | Feb 26, 2022, 04:09 PM IST

Visuals of devastation in Ukraine, residential buildings destroyed, Russian tank crushes a car. Indians asked to reach border points in Romania, Hungary, Centre to bear cost of evacuation. Watch this episode of Aaj Ki Baat.

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