A Hyderabad neurologist described a troubling case of a three-year-old who laughed frequently for a year, leading parents to believe he was simply happy. MRI later uncovered hypothalamic hamartoma, a rare condition that triggers gelastic seizures often mistaken for joy. Doctors now urge caregivers to get medical evaluation for repeated, unprovoked laughter to enable early diagnosis and care.
Authorities seized more than ₹1,000 crore in poll-related materials across West Bengal and Tamil Nadu ahead of Assembly elections. Tamil Nadu accounted for ₹599 crore and West Bengal for ₹472 crore, with seizures including alleged freebies, cash, liquor, and drugs. The Election Commission has sent teams to ensure a level playing field and handle public complaints.
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