India, March 1 -- Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah said on Friday that the blast at the popular eatery Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru, might have been caused by an "improvised explosive device" (IED). He said that those responsible will be identified, and strict action will be taken against them.

Speaking to reporters in Mysuru, CM Siddaramaiah said, "CCTV and other things are being examined. We have come to know that someone placed a bag in the afternoon. It is said to be an improvised explosive blast. Investigations are ongoing, and we need to wait for the results." When asked if it was a terrorist act, the CM clarified that it is not confirmed, and investigations are still in progress.

An improvised explosive device (IED) is a ho...