It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. Nothing holds more true for 2005—a year that gave India a myriad of emotions.

When Sachin raised the bat on his 35th ton, India heaved a sigh of RELIEF--the master was back. Sania's entry to the fourth round of the US Open made our hearts swell with PRIDE, just as some politicians brought in SHAME.

While the Indo-US nuke deal was a big cause for Pakistan's ENVY, the peace bus raised new HOPES. FEAR over the ghost of tsunami gripped India, and the pain still lingers a year on.

The nation's SORROWS knew no bounds at the J&K earthquake victims' hapless tales of suffering. And it got worse as the benumbing Delhi blasts tore apart life in the Capital.

Through Emotions 2005, HindustanTimes.com pays a humble tribute to the lives lost in the Kashmir quake and Delhi blasts. We also celebrate the moments of triumph that gave us hope for a better 2006. Relive the year gone by!