India: Elderly couple sue son over lack of grandchildren
14 May 2022 |
6:05 pm
An Indian couple has sued their son and daughter-in-law, demanding a grandchild. They say they invested in their son's education and wedding, and are therefore owed at least monetary compensation.
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