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Rajat Sharma

Chairman and Editor-in-Chief
India TV

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 centre 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 during 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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Opinion | Mahant Narendra Giri: Suicide or murder?

India | Sep 21, 2021, 10:44 AM IST

Mahant Narendra Giri was elected president of Akhara Parishad in 2014 and re-elected five years later in Haridwar. He was close to both BJP and Samajwadi Party politicians.

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Opinion | Vaccination: It is true, ‘Modi Hai Toh Mumkin Hai’

India | Sep 18, 2021, 01:46 PM IST

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, a staunch critic of Modi, tweeted: ”Looking forward to many more days of 2.1 crore vaccinations. This pace is what our country needs.”

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OPINION | Only Modi has the guts to do it!

India | Sep 17, 2021, 01:16 PM IST

Among the ministers dropped were several heavyweights, like former deputy CM Nitin Patel, Pradipsinh Jadeja, Saurabh Patel, Bhupendrasinh Chudasama, Kaushik Patel, Dilip Thakore, Jayesh Radadia and RC Faldu. 

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OPINION | How politicians are using farmers for achieving their own ends

India | Sep 16, 2021, 03:47 PM IST

Punjab Congress president Navjot Singh Sidhu has made a disclosure about the Centre’s new farm laws which should surprise farmer leaders agitating for the last nine months. 

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Opinion | How ISI’s sinister plot to carry out serial blasts in Delhi, Mumbai, UP was foiled

India | Sep 15, 2021, 01:07 PM IST

Underworld don Dawood Ibrahim’s brother Anees Ibrahim was instrumental in transporting these IEDs, grenades, pistols and cartridges through their operatives to India, officials said. The explosives and weapons were sent to Prayagraj to be kept safely.

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OPINION | Bagram prison: How release of terrorists by Taliban can cause troubles for India

India | Sep 14, 2021, 02:03 PM IST

Among those released from Bagram prison include Tereek-e-Taliban chief Faqir Mohammed. He, along with other terrorists Waqas Mehsud, Hamza Mehsud, Zarkawi Mehsud, Zaitullah Mehsud, Qari Hamidullah, Hamid Mehsud and Mazhar Mehsud, are now free.

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Opinion | Pakistan’s puppet government in Kabul

India | Sep 11, 2021, 01:27 PM IST

Pakistan’s ISI had been sheltering and aiding Taliban leaders and fighters, when they were hiding for the last 20 years. The cat is now out of the bag. 

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Opinion | Why US assault weapons are being sold in Pakistan as ‘spoils of loot’

India | Sep 10, 2021, 02:19 PM IST

Pakistani shopkeepers admitted on camera that these were “loot ka maal”(spoils of loot) which Taliban had taken over, and “since Taliban are our brothers, every Pakistani feels pride on buying these goods”. 

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OPINION | Terror masterminds of Taliban Govt : Who is supporting them?

India | Sep 09, 2021, 03:39 PM IST

People all over the world are wondering whether the new interim Taliban cabinet is indeed a government or a conglomerate of terrorist leaders and masterminds.

Opinion | Taliban now has a government of the terrorists,

Opinion | Taliban now has a government of the terrorists, by the terrorists, for the terrorists

India | Sep 08, 2021, 01:50 PM IST

The chief of Haqqani terrorist network based in Pakistan, Sirajuddin Haqqani has been appointed Interior Minister. A rabid India-hater, Sirajuddin Haqqani was the mastermind of the 2008 terror attack on Indian embassy in Kabul in which 58 people were killed.

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Opinion | The Battle of Panjshir and the battle for power in Kabul

India | Sep 07, 2021, 02:24 PM IST

It is also a fact that Taliban leadership is still unable to announce their new government in Kabul. New names are being floated daily.

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Opinion | Afghanistan: All eyes on new Taliban govt now

India | Sep 04, 2021, 01:17 PM IST

In my prime time show ‘Aaj Ki Baat’ on Friday night, we showed videos of fierce fighting going on between Taliban and resistance forces in Panjshir valley. There are reports of the Taliban facing heavy casualties.

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Opinion | Sidharth Shukla: Difficult to believe that he is no more

India | Sep 03, 2021, 01:36 PM IST

Sidharth Shukla had earned plaudits for his role in ‘Balika Vadhu’, a popular TV serial, and his career was on the ascendant. At that time, we, at India TV, had honoured him with Yuva Award, an award for upcoming artistes in the field of cinema, television, music, business and other genres.

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OPINION | Reopening schools during Covid: What parents, teachers must guard against

India | Sep 02, 2021, 04:51 PM IST

Several parents are questioning the advisability of reopening schools if a third wave is going to come after a month. 

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Opinion | Afghanistan under Taliban: The ground situation is scary

India | Sep 01, 2021, 04:54 PM IST

US President Joe Biden in his address to the nation a day after the unceremonious exit of US troops, said, withdrawal was the only best option before him.

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OPINION | Americans gone from Afghanistan: Worst retreat ever!

India | Aug 31, 2021, 06:54 PM IST

America’s longest war in history came to an unceremonious end on Monday midnight after the last five US -17 military cargo jets left Kabul airport. This was followed by nightlong heavy celebratory firing by Taliban fighters across Kabul, which went on till early morning.

Opinion | Islamic State (K): The Pak Connection

Opinion | Islamic State (K): The Pak Connection

India | Aug 28, 2021, 01:42 PM IST

People the world over want to know why Islamic State (K) carried out this bloodbath near Kabul airport. IS(K) operates from Pakistan and it has close links with the Haqqani terror network.

Opinion | Kabul bomb attacks: Who did it and why?

Opinion | Kabul bomb attacks: Who did it and why?

India | Aug 27, 2021, 03:36 PM IST

The ISIS(K) issued a statement claiming responsibility for the horrible suicide attacks. It said, its targets were American troops and their Afghan allies. The statement also carried the photograph of the suicide bomber who carried out the attack.

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Opinion | How most wanted terror masterminds have now become Taliban ministers

India | Aug 26, 2021, 04:05 PM IST

Heavy fighting is presently going on between Taliban and the resistance fighters led by Amrullah Saleh and Ahmed Masoud in Afghanistan’s Panjshir valley, with conflicting reports coming in.

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Opinion | The politics behind Uddhav Thackeray ordering the arrest of Narayan Rane

India | Aug 25, 2021, 01:17 PM IST

Rane should learn from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was showered with epithets like ‘naali ka keeda’, ‘maut ka saudagar’, ‘taanashah’, ‘Hitler’ and what not. But Modi never lost his cool and never reacted by making offending remarks.

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