The fasting month of Ramadan has begun across the country from today. The worshippers thronged mosques last night to offer special night prayers called Traweeh, which will continue throughout the month. Ramadan is the ninth month of Islamic calender and Eid-ul-Fitr is celebrated at the culmination of this month.<br/><br/>In Kerala, holy month of Ramadan began yesterday. In Gulf countries also, today is second day of Ramadan.