NEW DELHI: The government has banned duty-free import of flat screen television by air travelers in a bid to prop up the rupee, which has plummeted to an all time low (63.73) against the US dollar.

The government, according to a notification, has decided to "disallow import of flat panel (LCD/LED/Plasma) television as part of free baggage allowance" with effect from 26 August.

Air travelers currently can bring a flat screen television for personal use without paying any duty.