As 2012 draws to an end, we saw yet another eventful year go by.

There were many people who brought glory, events that created history, and tragedies -- both man-made and natural -- that defined this year and how we will remember it.

Rediff.com looks back at 2012 through a series of lists -- showcasing the good and the ugly, the serious and the quirky -- in a commemorative special.

Join us as we journey through the past year and we wish you all a great 2013!

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