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Amol Rajan (born 1983) is an Indian-born British journalist, broadcaster and writer. Formerly the media editor of BBC News, he has been a presenter on the Today programme on BBC Radio 4 since 2021 and replaced Jeremy Paxman as the host of University Challenge on 17 July 2023.
Amol Rajan joined the Today presenting team in 2021. Amol joined the BBC in 2016 as its first Media Editor, leading its journalism on media and technology globally.
Apr 7, 2024 · The Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist tells Amol Rajan that immunising against disease is a better use of money.
Jul 17, 2023 · Behind the rise of Amol Rajan. Former colleagues recall being “flabbergasted” by his success, but soon he’ll be presenting University Challenge. What’s his secret?
- William Turvill
Aug 18, 2022 · Amol Rajan will take over from Jeremy Paxman as the host of University Challenge, the BBC has announced. The journalist and broadcaster, who is also one of the hosts of...
Jul 18, 2023 · Critics have welcomed Amol Rajan as he presented his first episode of BBC Two quiz show University Challenge. Rajan is only the third host in the quiz show's history, following...
Mar 11, 2021 · The BBC’s Media Editor, Amol Rajan, is set to host a major new interview series for BBC Two. Amol will bring his trademark insight and flair to the show, which will see him carry out in-depth...
