<h1>Defence Ministry Establishes Future Warfare Fund, Plans Theatre Commands, and Boosts R&D for Combat Readiness</h1> A parliamentary panel has reported that the Ministry of Defence has established a Future Warfare Fund within the armed forces and plans to create a Future Analysis Group to study future technologies. The ministry is considering reorganizing the armed forces into integrated theatre commands to enhance operational efficiency and resource utilization. The defence budget for 2025-26 is Rs 6,81,210.27 crore, the highest among ministries. The ministry emphasizes modernizing and enhancing combat capabilities across land, sea, air, cyber, and space domains. The panel recommends adequate funding for research and development to maintain optimal combat preparedness.