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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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India TV Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | DEATH OF TERRORISTS IN PAKISTAN: WHO’S BEHIND IT?

India | Dec 08, 2023, 06:06 AM IST

On December 3, Adnan Ahmed alias Abu Hanzla, a top-ranking Lashkar-e-Tayyaba commander, who masterminded lethal attacks on security convoys in India, was gunned down by unknown persons in Karachi.

India Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | DMK MP’s ‘GOMUTRA STATES’ REMARK IS CONDEMNABLE

India | Dec 07, 2023, 06:10 AM IST

Parties win and lose in elections, but to describe the states where BJP won as “Gomutra states” reveals a sickening mindset. Parties win and lose, but it is a dangerous tendency if somebody tries to create a North-South divide.

Aaj Ki Baat, Rajat Sharma blog

OPINION | ANTI-MODI ALLIANCE ON THE CROSSROADS

Dec 06, 2023, 06:18 AM IST

The after-effects of the disastrous performance of Congress in MP, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh assembly polls are already visible in the relationships between the main constituents of the I.N.D.I.A bloc.

Aaj Ki Baat, Rajat Sharma blog, Assembly elections 2023

OPINION | HOW MODI SHATTERED CONGRESS PLANS?

India | Dec 05, 2023, 05:58 PM IST

Addressing party workers in the BJP headquarters, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the people have now guaranteed a hat-trick for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. He addressed the party workers following the election results in four states on Sunday.

Google has said that all those posting synthetic videos

OPINION | BEWARE OF FAKE NEWS CHANNELS, DEEPFAKE CYBER FRAUDS

India | Dec 04, 2023, 08:01 PM IST

The fake DCP told her that her bank account and Aadhar number wer used for transferring Rs 20 lakh. She was asked to arrange Rs 20 lakh as bail money and was threatened that she could be arrested if the money was not transferred.

Rajat Sharma

OPINION | EXIT POLLS ARE IN, LET US WAIT FOR EXACT RESULTS

India | Dec 01, 2023, 04:18 PM IST

India TV-CNX exit poll projection shows, BJP may get a nearly two-third landslide victory in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Congress may bag Telangana, Chhattisgarh. Mizoram expected to result in hung assembly.

Rajat Sharma

OPINION | NATION SALUTES THE BRAVE WORKERS AND RESCUERS

India | Nov 29, 2023, 04:48 PM IST

The trapped workers came out one by one from the tunnel 17 days after the portion of the tunnel had collapsed. Emotions ran high and there were cheers when Vijay Horo, the first trapped worker from Jharkhand, was wheeled out by NDRF personnel.

Rajat Sharma

OPINION | HARDEEP PURI ON CANADA, KHALISTAN IN 'AAP KI ADALAT'

India | Nov 26, 2023, 05:01 PM IST

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri was the guest in my show 'Aap Ki Adalat' this week, in which he told me in detail about Pannu, where he stays, his agenda, his financiers and his political masters.

Rajat Sharma

OPINION | POLITICS OVER HALAL CERTIFICATION BAN

India | Nov 24, 2023, 05:34 PM IST

The department said FSSAI (Food Safety Standards Authority of India) was created to ensure the quality of food products. Therefore, in the exercise of powers under the Act, and in the interest of “public health”, the state Food Safety and Drugs Commissioner imposed a ban on the use of ‘halal-certifi

Rajat Sharma

OPINION | AYURVEDA AND ALLOPATHY: INDIA NEEDS BOTH

India | Nov 23, 2023, 04:01 PM IST

Swami Ramdev alleged that some top multinational pharma companies selling medicines are deliberately spreading false propaganda against Ayurvedic medicines. He said these companies have annual turnover running into several lakh crores of rupees and they are trying to bring a bad name to India’s trad

Rajat Sharma

OPINION | RAHUL’S ABUSES AGAINST MODI : WILL IT BOOMERANG?

India | Nov 22, 2023, 05:47 PM IST

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi used the word ‘jebqatra’ (pickpocket) and ‘panauti’ (bad omen) for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Rahul Gandhi said, PM abbreviation stands for ‘Panauti Modi’.

Rajat Sharma

OPINION | THE NATION STANDS WITH TEAM INDIA

India | Nov 21, 2023, 03:51 PM IST

Wins and losses are part of the game, but we must remember one fact: this team played its best throughout the tournament. In fact, till the last overs were being bowled, there was expectation among some that some last-minute miracle could happen.

In the fake video, Aaryan was shown endorsing the Congress

OPINION | DEEP FAKE VIDEO: THE NEW DANGER

India | Nov 18, 2023, 04:26 PM IST

Katrina Kaif, Kajol, Rashmika Mandanna and several other celebrities have been targeted recently through 'deep fake' videos. In the Madhya Pradesh assembly elections, fake videos were used by political parties, and both Congress and BJP lodged complaints with the Election Commission.

MP POLLS: HOW MODI, SHIVRAJ, KAMAL NATH CAMPAIGNED

OPINION | MP POLLS: HOW MODI, SHIVRAJ, KAMAL NATH CAMPAIGNED

India | Nov 15, 2023, 05:55 PM IST

In a rejoinder to Prime Minister Modi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, while addressing a rally in Sewda, MP, asked voters whether Modi had fulfilled his promise of giving 2 crore jobs a year and doubling farmers’ income.

Delhi Pollution Control Committee said, air pollution level

OPINION | STOP BLAME GAME ON DELHI AIR POLLUTION

India | Nov 14, 2023, 04:39 PM IST

On November 11, AQI in several cities of Punjab was around 100, but after Diwali, AQI was 169 in Patiala, 166 in Ludhiana, 161 in Amritsar and 167 in Sangrur.

Both the ruling and opposition members were stunned by

OPINION | LALU, TEJASHWI MUST THINK, HOW LONG WILL THEY ALLOW NITISH TO CONTINUE AS CM

India | Nov 11, 2023, 11:54 AM IST

Nitish has no right to berate another leader and say that he is hungry for power and position. As far as installing Manjhi as CM is concerned, it was Nitish’s political game, a drama, in which Manjhi became a pawn.

Aaj Ki Baat

OPINION | NITISH KUMAR'S INSULT TO WOMEN: HOW CAN HE CONTINUE AS CHIEF MINISTER?

India | Nov 09, 2023, 05:57 PM IST

There was nationwide outrage over the crude and brazen manner in which Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar described a sex act between a male and a female while linking the issue of female illiteracy with population growth.

Rajat Sharma

OPINION | NITISH KUMAR'S CASTE CARD IN BIHAR

India | Nov 08, 2023, 05:26 PM IST

Nitish has now revived the demand for granting special category status to Bihar, in order to carry out poverty alleviation program which may require Rs 2.5 lakh crore.

OPINION | DELHI TOXIC HAZE: 3 PLANTS THAT CAN PROTECT YOU

OPINION | DELHI TOXIC HAZE: 3 PLANTS THAT CAN PROTECT YOU

India | Nov 04, 2023, 03:38 PM IST

Nearly 10,000 cases of paddy stubble burning has taken place in Punjab this year. On November 2 alone, 1,921 stubble burning cases came from Punjab. Stubble burning is taking place in Sangrur, Taran Taran, Ferozepur, Mansa and Patiala districts.

INDIA alliance partner Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav

OPINION | KEJRIWAL, CORRUPTION AND MODI

India | Nov 03, 2023, 05:55 PM IST

In a letter sent to ED assistant director, drafted probably by his lawyers, Kejriwal described the summons as 'a fishing and roving inquiry'.

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