India-U.S. Defence Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) has launched two defence innovation challenges related to underwater communications and oil spill detection. The technologies pertain to the Indian Navy and Coast Guard. The first INDUS-X investors' meeting was organized, with applications from start-ups from both sides invited and evaluated. The INDUS-X educational series aims to guide start-ups on both sides of each other's systems and processes. The initiative was launched in October and has attracted interest from investors, investors, incubators, and industry stakeholders. INDUS-X investors' event discussed collaborative agendas, emerging opportunities, critical issues, and investment opportunities in the defence sector. Gurukul initiative helps innovators navigate the US-India defence ecosystem. INDUS-X expands strategic technology partnerships and defence industrial cooperation between India and the US.