Cough syrup tragedy: Toll hits 17; doctors say toxic chemical affecting brain

Two more children have died from toxic cough syrup Coldrif in Madhya Pradesh, bringing the total to 17 in 43 days. Both victims suffered renal failure and severe brain damage due to diethylene glycol, found at nearly 500% above permissible limits. Officials are conducting a door-to-door survey to retrieve remaining bottles of the banned syrup.