Security beefed up near Dhoni's house

Security has been beefed up near the residence of Mahendra Singh Dhoni as a precautionary measure after India failed to enter the World Cup cricket final.

Ranchi Senior Superintendent of Police Prabhat Kumar said security has been intensified at Dhoni's residence here as a precautionary measure.

A company of Jharkhand Sasastra Bal has been deployed near his residence after India lost to Australia by 95 runs in the second semi final today.

Saying that the police provide security round the year, Kumar said additional personnel were increased during competitions.