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The death toll in the volcano-triggered Indonesia tsunami has risen to 281. However, the national disaster agency has said that the casualty figures set to rise as 50 people were still missing. Speaking to AFP, Sutopo Purwo Nugroho, the spokesperson of national disaster agency said, "The number of victims and damage will continue to rise." (AP Photo)
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India is the second-largest producer of tea in the world and makes up 23-26% of the global tea production.
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Indonesian president Joko Widodo is likely to visit the area today. Earlier, the President had expressed sorrow for the victims and urged people to hold patience. Expressing sympathy, the President also asked the government agencies to respond quickly to the disaster. (AP Photo)
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Over hundreds of buildings have been destroyed by the destructive wave, which hit Sumatra and Java on Saturday. (AP Photo)
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The fear of a new tsunami is still there. The administration has issued a warning to the residents living near Anak Krakatau volcano to keep themselves away from beaches. (AP Photo)
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Indonesia tsunami: Death toll rises to 281 (Image: AP Photo)
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Leaders across the world have expressed grief over the incident. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has wished a speedy recovery to the injured. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee have also extended their condolences to the victims. (AP Photo)
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The tsunami took place four days before the anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami that hit part of Sumatra and 14 other countries on December 26, 2004. Over two lakh people lost their lives to the tragedy. (AP Photo)
