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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.

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    OPINION | Delhi inferno: Greed, negligence and bribes 

    India | Jun 04, 2026, 05:29 PM

    The deadly fire at a South Delhi BnB guesthouse that killed 21 people, including 11 foreign nationals, has exposed serious violations of building and fire safety norms. Preliminary findings suggest illegal construction, lack of fire clearances, and alleged collusion between builders and officials.

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    OPINION | CBSE portal: Learn handling from IRCTC 

    India | Jun 03, 2026, 04:43 PM

    The Centre has removed CBSE Chairman Rahul Singh and Secretary Himanshu Gupta, replacing them with Prashant Lokhande and Varun Bhardwaj, respectively, amid concerns over the On-Screen Marking (OSM) tender process. A one-member inquiry panel will investigate alleged irregularities.

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    OPINION | CBSE: Who introduced OSM without trials?

    India | Jun 02, 2026, 04:16 PM

    The CBSE re-evaluation and verification portal went live on June 2 after multiple delays, but students faced login failures and access issues soon after. Concerns have also emerged over the new on-screen marking (OSM) system.

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    OPINION | NEET leak: Who will fix responsibility?

    India | May 30, 2026, 01:53 PM

    Federation 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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    OPINION | Bakrid in Bengal: No namaz on roads

    India | May 29, 2026, 07:12 PM

    Those who were making dire predictions about the BJP going to ban namaz in Bengal must have got their answers by now. The question is: Why Left Front and TMC governments in the past failed to stop Eid prayers that were being offered on roads?

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    OPINION | SIR: Stop pointing fingers at Supreme Court

    India | May 28, 2026, 06:15 PM

    After the SC verdict came on SIR, leaders of INDIA bloc parties were stunned. BJP said, the SC verdict is a slap on the face of Congress.

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    OPINION | In panic, infiltrators returning to Bangladesh

    India | May 27, 2026, 05:34 PM

    Infiltrators are now fearing early detection and deportation, after having spent decades on Indian soil freely. An India TV reporter spoke to several infiltrators near the Hakimpur border. There was one common thread running in their responses. All of them are unhappy over TMC's electoral defeat.

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    OPINION | When will war end? Will fuel, gas become cheaper?

    India | May 26, 2026, 07:08 PM

    US-Iran peace deal efforts have resulted in a positive trend in Indian stock markets. One US dollar now costs Rs 95.69. On Tuesday, the CNG price was hiked by Rs 2 per kg. In a span of 11 days, CNG has become costlier by Rs 7 per kg.

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    OPINION | Power cuts: Who is responsible?

    India | May 23, 2026, 03:10 PM

    Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Bihar, Punjab, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana and Odisha are facing severe heatwave. On Friday, the world’s top 50 hottest cities were in India. Banda in UP was the hottest with its maximum temperature at 48.2 deg C.

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    OPINION | Dhurandhar in Pakistan: Terrorists on the run

    India | May 22, 2026, 05:49 PM

    In true 'Dhurandhar' style, the assassins fled on a motorbike after killing him on the spot. Hamza Burhan was the commander of Al Badr, an outfit propped up by Pakistan’s ISI. He was hiding in PoK. This is not the first case of the killing of a terrorist in Pakistan. There is a long list.

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    OPINION | Modi-Meloni: Why is Rahul angry?

    India | May 21, 2026, 05:24 PM

    Rahul Gandhi seems to be annoyed over Modi gifting a packet of Indian toffees to Italian PM Giorgia Meloni. He is doubly annoyed because he has to toil in the hot Indian summer, addressing rallies, while Modi posts his selfies with Meloni on the internet.

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    OPINION | Stray dogs: Milord, your order is not right

    India | May 20, 2026, 06:36 PM

    The Supreme Court said that anybody facing issues with the implementation of the previous verdict on stray dogs can approach the high courts for relief.

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    OPINION | NEET: When paper setter leaks...

    India | May 16, 2026, 03:22 PM

    The chain of leaks spreads from Latur to Pune to Nashik, and from there to Gurugram, Jaipur and other cities. The kingpin who leaked the question paper committed a grave sin. In a single stroke, he foiled the untiring efforts of nearly 22 lakh students.

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    OPINION | Small convoy’s big message: Save fuel

    India | May 14, 2026, 05:18 PM

    By cutting down the size of his convoy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent a good message to the people. His ministers and state chief ministers have also reduced the strength of their convoys.

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    OPINION | Has NTA failed in providing a secure system?

    India | May 13, 2026, 06:15 PM

    A whistleblower's tip-off from Sikar, Rajasthan, to the NTA (National Testing Agency) about a 'guess paper' being sold to candidates led to skeletons tumbling out of the cupboard.

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    OPINION | Why do we need to save foreign exchange?

    India | May 12, 2026, 04:38 PM

    PM Modi has described this US-Iran conflict as one of the biggest global challenges of this decade. He has said that India cannot remain unaffected by the repercussions. He appealed to people to cooperate as they did during the COVID pandemic.

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    OPINION | Who will rule Tamil Nadu? Vijay or DMK-AIADMK?

    India | May 09, 2026, 04:14 PM

    On Friday evening, news first came about TVK chief actor Vijay going to take oath the next day at Nehru Stadium in Chennai, but minutes later, news came that the Governor has not yet invited him to form the government.

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    OPINION | Does Bengal need a Yogi model?

    India | May 08, 2026, 04:25 PM

    A major shock hit West Bengal politics when BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant was shot dead by unknown assailants in what Adhikari claims was an attempted assassination targeting him. The incident has intensified calls for stricter law-and-order measures in the state.

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    OPINION | Who is behind violence in Bengal?

    India | May 07, 2026, 04:22 PM

    Suvendu Adhikari’s personal assistant Chandranath Rath was shot dead at close range in Madhyamgram, triggering strong political reactions and intensified scrutiny of post-poll violence in West Bengal. An SIT has been formed as the BJP and TMC trade allegations amid widespread clashes in the state.

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    OPINION | Can Mamata unite the opposition?

    India | May 06, 2026, 04:49 PM

    TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee, after Bengal rout, on Tuesday said that she will work on strengthening the opposition INDIA bloc, adding that she would go around the country to mobilise people against the BJP.

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