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Rajat Sharma
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.
Rajat Sharma
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, June 29, 2026
India | Jun 29, 2026, 07:40 PM ISTThe theft in the Ram Temple donation case has sparked a political controversy in UP, where assembly elections are scheduled for early next year. The Samajwadi Party has attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the incident and called for the strictest possible action against those responsible.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Modi-Trump's incredible chemistry, what happened behind the scenes?
Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 18, 2026, 02:55 AM ISTDuring the G7 summit, PM Modi met with President Trump. Both leaders met with great enthusiasm. President Trump broke all records in praising Modi. He described him as a tremendous leader, a friend of friends, the world's toughest negotiator, the coolest leader, and even an angel.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Iran-US deal, war over, what good news on oil and gas?
Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 16, 2026, 02:22 AM ISTPresident Donald Trump declared the war with Iran over. Iran acknowledged that a peace deal has been reached with the United States. Both countries are ready for peace. Trump stated that he has halted American military operations against Iran.
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Delhi: Britannia Chowk renamed after senior journalist Ashwini Chopra; Rajat Sharma meets his family
Delhi | Jun 12, 2026, 02:48 PM ISTThe Britannia Chowk in Delhi will now be known as Ashwini Chopra Chowk. The move is aimed at paying tribute to the veteran journalist, who passed away in 2020.
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Aaj Ki Baat : TMC splits into 3 parts, how much more will Didi's party break?
Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 09, 2026, 02:49 AM ISTAfter the assembly, Mamata's party broke in the Lok Sabha. More than two-thirds of Trinamool Congress MPs rebelled. Twenty out of 28 MPs parted ways. Under the leadership of Kakoli Ghosh, 20 MPs from Mamata's party decided to go with the NDA.
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Aaj Ki Baat: How Munir ruined PoK, Sharif exposed!
Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 05, 2026, 02:41 AM ISTThe people of PoK are protesting in the streets. They are desperate for food, lacking water, roads, electricity, and schools. People are chasing government trucks for just two kilograms of flour.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Why did Didi's party break up, what will Mamata Banerjee do now?
Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 04, 2026, 02:25 AM ISTThe Trinamool Congress has slipped out of Mamata Banerjee's control. More than 60 of the 80 MLAs have rebelled. The MLA whom Mamata Banerjee expelled from the party two days ago has been accepted as their leader by more than two-thirds of the Trinamool Congress MLAs.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Modi government's action on CBSE, will all the problems end?
Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 03, 2026, 02:59 AM ISTThe government has removed the CBSE chairman and secretary. A high-powered committee has been formed to investigate the implementation of the OSM system for checking 12th grade students' answer sheets, the tender process, and other irregularities.
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Aaj Ki Baat : Panic in TMC, will Mamata Banerjee's party be destroyed?
Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 02, 2026, 02:59 AM ISTMLAs from Mamata's party claim that Abhishek Banerjee forged the MLAs' signatures and submitted the letter to the Speaker. The CID is now investigating the matter. The CID visited Abhishek Banerjee's home to question him, but he did not appear.
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My father, brother never wanted negative roles: Bobby Deol talks about career shift in Aap Ki Adalat
Entertainment | May 30, 2026, 10:49 PM ISTOn Aap Ki Adalat, Bollywood actor Bobby Deol spoke about his career shift, saying he chose negative roles in Aashram and Animal, breaking away from his family's heroic image.
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Aap Ki Adalat: 'I wanted a character that stays with the audience,' says Bobby Deol on Aashram role
Entertainment | May 30, 2026, 10:53 PM ISTOn Aap Ki Adalat, Bobby Deol spoke about his father, Dharmendra, and shared why he chose to play negative roles, such as a baba in hit show Aashram, unlike his father and brother Sunny Deol, who have never taken on negative or villain roles.
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Bobby Deol breaks down in Rajat Sharma's Aap Ki Adalat, says 'there won't be another man like papa'
India | May 30, 2026, 11:13 PM ISTBollywood superstar Bobby Deol takes the stand in the latest episode of Aap Ki Adalat with Rajat Sharma, wherein he talks about his career graph, doing negative roles in popular series Aashram and dealing with the sorrow of losing his father, legendary actor Dharmendra.
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OPINION | NEET leak: Who will fix responsibility?
India | May 30, 2026, 01:53 PM ISTFederation of All India Medical Associations and Association of doctors and several other organizations have petitioned the apex court demanding complete dissolution or radical structural overhaul of NTA following widespread paper leaks and cancellation of NEET-UG exam.
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Aaj Ki Baat: What does SC's scolding of Education Ministry and NTA mean?
Aaj Ki Baat | May 30, 2026, 02:21 AM ISTEducation Minister Dharmendra Pradhan admitted that there are some shortcomings in the NTA's exam system. CBSE's paper-checking system, OSM, also had some flaws.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, May 29, 2026
India | May 29, 2026, 08:43 PM ISTThe court was considering several petitions, one of which called for the restructuring or replacement of the National Testing Agency (NTA) with a stronger, independent body capable of conducting medical entrance examinations more effectively.
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Aaj Ki Baat: CM Suvendu's action successful, Bengal changed on Bakrid!
Aaj Ki Baat | May 29, 2026, 02:04 AM ISTBakrid was celebrated peacefully across the country. There were no bad reports from anywhere. In most states, including Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Delhi, no prayers were offered on the streets.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, May 28, 2026
India | May 28, 2026, 08:53 PM ISTThe venue for the Eid Namaz was shifted following multiple discussions between the Kolkata Police and the Calcutta Khilafat Committee regarding crowd control and traffic arrangements.
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Aaj Ki Baat: SC said - Sir is completely correct, panic spread among the infiltrators!
Aaj Ki Baat | May 28, 2026, 02:59 AM ISTThe Bharatiya Janata Party is known for its long-term electoral strategy and its "perpetual election mode." Although the 2029 Lok Sabha elections are still some time away, the party has already begun laying the groundwork and strategic preparations.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, May 27, 2026
India | May 27, 2026, 08:44 PM ISTIn its much-awaited ruling on the legality of the SIR, the Supreme Court held that the Election Commission’s exercise was consistent with both the law and the Constitution.
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Aaj Ki Baat : Infiltrators are running away from Bengal because of Shubhendu's governance!
Aaj Ki Baat | May 27, 2026, 02:43 AM ISTChief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has begun deporting infiltrators after detecting and eliminating them. Lines of infiltrators have formed at the Bangladesh border, including Bangladeshis who illegally crossed the border into Bengal many years ago and settled in our country.