Sri Lanka, Feb. 28 -- The Colombo Grand Mosque has announced that the crescent moon for the month of Ramadan has not been sighted. Accordingly, Muslims in Sri Lanka will begin fasting on Sunday, March 2.

The sighting of the new moon marks the beginning of Ramadan, a month of deep spiritual reflection, fasting, and devotion for Muslims around the world. The tradition of moon sighting is integral to Islamic observance, and it symbolizes not just the start of a lunar cycle, but the start of a sacred time for believers. The uncertainty in determining the exact day for Ramadan's start stems from the reliance on moon sightings, which can vary depending on location and atmospheric conditions. This unique method of determining time creates a sen...