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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 | ONE NATION, ONE ELECTION WILL SAVE MONEY, TIME

India | Mar 15, 2024, 05:20 PM IST

Among the six national parties, only BJP and Conrad Sangma-led National People’s Party supported, while four other parties – Congress, Aam Aadmi Party, Bahujan Samaj Party and CPI(M) opposed simultaneous elections.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | MODI’S MESSAGE IS QUITE CLEAR FROM BJP LIST

India | Mar 14, 2024, 05:03 PM IST

Among the notable candidates are Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, who will be contesting from Mumbai North, Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari from his traditional constituency Nagpur.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | HARYANA: WHY MODI REPLACED KHATTAR WITH SAINI

India | Mar 13, 2024, 03:02 PM IST

On Wednesday, Saini, the new CM, won the vote of confidence in the assembly by a voice-vote.

Home Minister Amit Shah posted the 39 page notification on

OPINION | NO NEED TO PANIC OVER CAA

India | Mar 12, 2024, 05:41 PM IST

Soon after the rules were notified, several Muslim organisations protested, with AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi describing it as a poll gimmick.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | SAVE OUR YOUTH FROM HUMAN TRAFFICKERS

India | Mar 09, 2024, 03:08 PM IST

A new trend has emerged in which social media platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and X are being used where scamsters offer attractive jobs abroad and arrange student visas to send our youths promising them lakhs of rupees as monthly wages.

India TV Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | HOW MODI GAINED THE TRUST OF KASHMIRIS

India | Mar 08, 2024, 05:43 PM IST

This was Modi’s first visit to the Kashmir Valley since Article 370 granting special status to J&K, was abrogated five years ago.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | SANDESHKHALI AND SHAHJAHAN: HOW MAMATA COMMITTED BLUNDERS

India | Mar 07, 2024, 05:43 PM IST

Mamata Banerjee tried her best to avoid handing over Sandeshkhali strongman Shahjahan Sheikh to CBI, despite Calcutta High Court order.

India TV Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | METHOD IN MADNESS: WHY A. RAJA ABUSED BHARAT MATA

India | Mar 06, 2024, 05:14 PM IST

DMK leaders like A. Raja and Udhayanidhi Stalin, do not make such comments carelessly. This is part of their political strategy.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | WHY INDIA IS MODI’S FAMILY?

India | Mar 05, 2024, 07:02 PM IST

Normally, Prime Minister Modi never attacks any political rival personally, but the RJD supremo had launched a personal attack on Modi and his family, which was against the norms of political decency. Modi did not lose time in declaring that 140 crore Indians were his family members.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | MODI CAMPAIGN FOCUS: SANDESHKHALI ATROCITIES IN BENGAL

India | Mar 02, 2024, 02:40 PM IST

Modi is focussed on achieving his target of winning 370 Lok Sabha seats this time, if not more.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | SHAHJAHAN ARREST: WHY MAMATA HAD TO BOW BEFORE COURT, PEOPLE

India | Mar 01, 2024, 04:11 PM IST

Women blew conch shells and threw ‘gulaal’ (coloured powder) at one another, while men distributed sweets to celebrate the arrest of Shahjahan Sheikh.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | AHEAD OF LS POLLS, CONGRESS FACING REVOLTS IN STATES

India | Feb 29, 2024, 06:07 AM IST

Tuesday (February 27) was a day of severe jolts for the Congress-led anti-Modi alliance. There were revolts in the Congress and Samajwadi Party, the two main constituents of the alliance.

India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | SANDESHKHALI: MAMATA WILL NOW HAVE TO REPLY TO THE PUBLIC

India | Feb 28, 2024, 06:06 AM IST

On Monday, the Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court ordered the state police to include Shahjahan Sheikh’s name in the FIR and said there was no justification for not arresting him.

India TV Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | FARMERS AGITATION: END THIS STALEMATE SOON

India | Feb 25, 2024, 06:11 AM IST

The farmers will take out “tractor march” on highways on Monday (Feb 26) and a Mahapanchayat will be held at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan on March 14.

India TV Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | FARMERS UNREST: NEGOTIATION IS THE ONLY WAY OUT

India | Feb 22, 2024, 05:21 PM IST

Farmers alleged that police fired bullets at them injuring several of them and Shubhkaran died of bullet wounds.

Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma

SANDESHKHALI ATROCITIES: MAMATA MUST REPLY

India | Feb 22, 2024, 06:11 AM IST

The statements of these victims rubbish the claims being made by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee that the entire matter is “stage managed” by the opposition. Mamata Banerjee had alleged that the women are “lying” and “are bringing Bengal a bad name at the behest of BJP”.

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OPINION | CONGRESS CONUNDRUM: WHY ARE SENIOR LEADERS QUITTING?

India | Feb 18, 2024, 06:08 AM IST

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, during a video conferencing with Maharashtra party leaders, remarked on Friday that he was wondering why senior leaders whom the party had given so much, are now deserting the party.

India TV Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | FARMERS’ PROTEST: IS IT POLITICALLY MOTIVATED?

India | Feb 15, 2024, 06:10 AM IST

Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha are leading this agitation. Two marathon rounds of talks between three ministers from the Centre with the farmer leaders in Chandigarh have failed, though the government has accepted most of their demands.

India TV Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma

OPINION | RELEASE OF EX-NAVY MEN IN QATAR: THREE CHEERS FOR MODI!

India | Feb 14, 2024, 06:13 AM IST

The seven ex-Navy men who returned are Captains Navtej Gill and Saurabh Vashisht, Amit Nagpal, S K Gupta, V K Verma and Sugunakara Pakala and ex-sailor Ragesh.

India TV Chairman and Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma.

OPINION | DID ARMY STEAL THE MANDATE FOR IMRAN?

India | Feb 12, 2024, 06:12 AM IST

Imran's party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf's symbol 'bat' was frozen, those supporting PTI and its leaders were intimidated, and yet, in the face of Himalayan obstacles, voters turned up in large numbers to make Imran's candidates victorious.