Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has partnered with Starburst Accelerator SARL to establish a start-up hub with a €100 million investment. The collaboration aims to bolster the aviation, space, and defense (ASD) ecosystem in India, providing support to ASD start-ups and facilitating their access to international markets. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed at the IIT Madras campus, signaling a commitment to fostering innovation in deep tech and production within India. The partnership will focus on supporting entrepreneurs, research parks, investors, government, and corporate firms, with an emphasis on nurturing critical sectors and emerging technologies.