NEW DELHI, Dec. 24 (Xinhua) -- India has expressed grief and condolences over the loss of lives in Indonesia in the deadly volcano-triggered tsunami that hit the archipelago nation two days ago.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, "Saddened by the loss of lives and destruction in Indonesia caused by the Tsunami after the eruption of a volcano. Condolences to the bereaved families and wishing the injured an early recovery. India is ready to assist our maritime neighbour and friend in relief work."

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj also expressed condolences to the Indonesian families who lost their near and dear ones.

"My deepest condolences to the families of victims who lost their lives in the Tsunami that struck the coast of Sunda Straits in Indonesia. Our prayers are with them as we stand by our Indonesian brothers in this hour of grief," said Sushma in a tweet on Monday morning.

According to the latest media reports, the death toll in Indonesia's tsunami has reached 281, with 1,016 injured and many still missing.