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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

India TV Editor-in-chief and Chairman Rajat Sharma attends IIT Delhi's cultural fest

News | Oct 06, 2019, 12:12 AM IST

India TV Editor-in-chief and Chairman Rajat Sharma on Saturday attended IIT Delhi's cultural festival, Rendevous'19 - A Mystical Odyssey, where he was invited as keynote speaker. At the event, he interacted with IIT-Delhi students and inspired them with his words.

India TV Editor-In-Chief Rajat Sharma attends book launch of 'Bharat Kaisa Hua Modimay'

News | Oct 06, 2019, 12:11 AM IST

Rajat Sharma, Editor-in-Chief and Chairman of India TV along with BJP National General Secretary Ram Madhav attended the book launch event of 'Bharat Kaise Hua Modimay'

The book is authored by Santosh Kumar. The book encapsulates how PM Narendra Modi won elections and hearts of billion Indians.

Aaj Ki Baat: How rains have washed out Navratra events in Gujarat | Sept 30, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Oct 01, 2019, 07:47 AM IST

Watch Aaj Ki Baat to know how rains have washed out Navratra events in Gujarat, also know why BJP fielded wrestlers, ex-hockey player in Haryana poll

Aaj Ki Baat | How PM Modi celebrated his 69th birthday in Gujarat | Sept 17, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Sep 18, 2019, 11:20 PM IST

Watch AaJ Ki Baat to know how PM Modi celebrated his 69th birthday in Gujarat, also how Modi connected merger of Hyderabad with revocation of Article 370

Aaj Ki Baat: Why PM Modi said, Jaitley's death has caused a big void in his life | Sept 10, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Sep 10, 2019, 11:55 PM IST

Watch Aaj Ki Baat to know Why PM Modi said, Jaitley's death has caused a big void in his life, also Former Pak MLA seeks political asylum in India, alleges torture of minorities.

Aaj Ki Baat: Know why Pak Army Chief, PM Imran Khan visited LOC in PoK | Sept 6, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Sep 06, 2019, 11:01 PM IST

Watch Aaj Ki Baat to Know why Pak Army Chief, PM Imran Khan visited LOC in PoK, also World awaits historic moment for India, Vikram will land on Moon

Aaj Ki Baat: Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman flies a MiG-21 with IAF chief | Sept 2, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Sep 02, 2019, 11:12 PM IST

Watch Aaj Ki Baat to know what Kulbhushan Jadhav told Indian Charge d'Affaires in Pakistan, also watch Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman flying a MiG-21 with IAF chief

Aaj Ki Baat: MNS chief Raj Thackeray to appear before ED on Thursday | August 20, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 20, 2019, 11:33 PM IST

Watch Aaj Ki Baat to know how Chidambaram evades arrest by CBI, ED after Delhi HC rejects petitions

Aaj Ki Baat: Kashmir valley peaceful and normal as RS passed repeal of Article 370 | Aug 5, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 06, 2019, 08:10 AM IST

Watch Aaj Ki Baat to know how Modi, Amit Shah took historic step for integrating J&K with India, also know why Congress chief whip in RS resigned from party on Kashmir issue

Aaj Ki Baat: An exclusive report on how polluted Delhi air is causing lung cancer | July 31, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 03, 2019, 06:28 AM IST

An exclusive report on how polluted Delhi air is causing lung cancer, also Parliament approves Motor Vehicles amendment Bill, hefty fines for traffic violations

Aaj Ki Baat: Watch how How Modi govt managed to get RTI, Triple Talaq bills passed | July 25, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 30, 2019, 10:41 PM IST

Watch Aaj Ki Baat to know how Modi govt managed to get RTI, Triple Talaq bills passed, also know why LS Speaker reprimands Azam Khan for making sexist remark

Aaj Ki Baat: Know why Aparna Sen, Shyam Benegal wrote to PM to stop mob lynching | July 24, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 31, 2019, 12:01 PM IST

Watch Aaj Ki Baat to know why Aparna Sen, Shyam Benegal wrote to PM to stop mob lynching, also know why BJP puts plans for govt formation in Karnataka on hold

Aaj Ki Baat: Watch how ISRO scientists carried out perfect launch of Chandrayaan-2

Aaj Ki Baat | Sep 02, 2019, 03:21 PM IST

Watch how ISRO scientists carried out perfect launch of Chandrayaan-2, also know how J&K Guv Satyapal Malik's plain talk irked Kashmiri politicians

Aaj Ki Baat: Know why Centre may ban Tik Tok, Helo app platforms on social media | July 18, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 01, 2019, 12:28 PM IST

Know why Centre may ban Tik Tok, Helo app platforms on social media, also BJP MLAs on dharna inside assembly, Karnataka Speaker adjourns voting on trust motion

Aaj Ki Baat | sheer negligence caused death of people in Mumbai house collapse | July 16, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 01, 2019, 04:26 PM IST

Watch Aaj Ki Baat to know how sheer negligence caused death of people in Mumbai house collapse also watch how 70 lakh people are facing flood havoc in Bihar, Assam

Aaj Ki Baat: Know why Amit Shah had a verbal spat with Owaisi in Lok Sabha today | July 15, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 01, 2019, 05:08 PM IST

Watch Aaj Ki Baat to know why Amit Shah had a verbal spat with Owaisi in Lok Sabha today, also know why special township is being built for Kashmiri Pandits in valley

TMC MPs Nusrat Jahan and Mimi Chakraborty talk about religion and politics in Aap Ki Adalat

Aap Ki Adalat | Jul 12, 2019, 02:56 PM IST

Newly-elected Trinamool Congress MPs Nusrat Jahan Ruhi and Mimi Chakraborty during the recent Aap Ki Adalat session with Rajat Sharma opened up about a lot of aspects- friendship, politics and religion. They said it’s wrong to use religion in politics.

Aaj Ki Baat: Video of a suspended BJP MLA in Uttarakhand dancing with pistols | July 10, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 10, 2019, 11:12 PM IST

Watch video of a suspended BJP MLA in Uttarakhand dancing with pistols, also watch why after losing semifinal, Virat Kohli said, we're sad, but not disappointed

Aaj Ki Baat: Know why Rahul Gandhi will now sit in second row in Lok Sabha | July 9, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 09, 2019, 11:10 PM IST

Aaj Ki Baat: Know why Rahul Gandhi will now sit in second row in Lok Sabha, also watch How a psycho rapist nearly caused communal frenzy in Jaipur

Aaj Ki Baat: Video of Narayan Rane's son throwing dirt on a PWD engineer| July 4, 2019

Aaj Ki Baat | Jul 04, 2019, 11:09 PM IST

Watch video of Narayan Rane's son with supporters throwing dirt on a PWD engineer, also watch US govt attorney in an affidavit before UK court says, Dawood is hiding in Pakistan

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