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When returning to India, the 6 month before passport expiry doesn't count. So, you won't have any problems using the passport when travelling to India, as you are an Indian Citizen.
However, when going out of the country to USA, you need to renew (Which you are already planning to). So, there won't be any issues. Just make sure that the Visa is valid.
The Airlines won't consider whether you can return or not in the onward flight.