Railway Charges: Demurrage and Wharfage Overview

What does 'demurrage' refer to in the context of the Railways Act, 1989?

According to the Railways Act, 1989, what is 'wharfage'?

Which entity has the power to fix the rates of demurrage and wharfage according to Section 30(2) of the Railways Act, 1989?

What does Section 30(2) of the Railways Act, 1989, empower the Central Government to do?

What is the name of Notification issued by the Central Government regarding warehousing and wharfage?

As of the information provided, which statement is true regarding the Railway (Warehousing and Wharfage) Rules, 1958?

According to Board's letter No.TC-I/ 2004/201/9 dated 11-10-2004, what aspect of demurrage and wharfage charges was revised?

Regarding powers to waive Wharfage Charges, how does the applicability differ between consignment types?

Within how many days should the Station Manager/Chief Goods Superintendent forward an appeal to the Divisional authorities?

What is a mandatory requirement before a consignor/consignee can appeal for a waiver of demurrage charges?

Within what timeframe should an appeal against a lower authority's order be submitted, from the date the decision was communicated?

What is the maximum number of appeals that can be made against a decision of the lower authorities?

Regarding refunds of demurrage/wharfage charges, what type of verification is required before a direct refund can be made?

For a trainload consignment, which authority considers the waiver of wharfage?

When demurrage cases are handled by Operating Department officers, who does CCM/Sr.DCM correspond to?

Which level of officer should handle waiver cases, according to the provided guidelines?

What is the prerequisite for waiving Demurrage or Wharfage charges above Rs. 25,000 per wagon/consignment?

When cases are submitted to the General Manager for waiver, through which coordinating HOD should they be routed?

What is the primary objective regarding demurrage/wharfage bills?

Under what circumstances can a consignor/consignee apply for a waiver of demurrage/wharfage?

What is the stipulated timeframe for submitting the initial waiver application for demurrage or wharfage?

In case of wharfage, what is the prerequisite action the consignor/consignee needs to take while applying for waiver at the first instance?

Where should the first application for waiver of demurrage or wharfage be submitted?

Under what conditions related to the consignor or consignee might a waiver of demurrage charges be considered?

What course of action should be taken regarding frequent demurrage/wharfage charges from a particular goods shed or siding or a consignor/consignee?

What is the appropriate procedure when waiving demurrage charges for large sidings?

What is the recommended approach when considering waivers of demurrage charges related to circumstances under the control of the consignor/consignee?

What is an unacceptable reason for waiving demurrage charges?

What documentation is required when an officer waives more than 50% of their authorized demurrage charge waiver limit?

What are examples of 'reasons beyond the control' of a consignor/consignee?

What is the purpose of analysing the causes for accrual of frequent demurrage charges?

In the context of waiving demurrage charges, what does 'speaking orders' refer to?

What considerations should be considered during a waiver?

For regular rail users, what alternative to prepayment of Wharfage is permissible, as determined by DRMs and Sr.DFMs?

Under what specific conditions can the General Manager (GM) condone the provision for prepayment/collection of FDR for wharfage?

According to the guidelines, can the General Manager's (GM) power to condone the provision for prepayment/collection of FDR further be delegated?

What is the timeline for the Station Manager/Chief Goods Supervisor to forward an application for waiver of demurrage or wharfage to the Divisional Officer?

For large sidings like those of power houses and steel plants, what is the prescribed time limit for submitting the first application for waiver of demurrage charges?

Under what specific conditions can a delay beyond the prescribed period (10 days/next month) for demurrage waiver applications be condoned?

What is a mandatory condition that must be met before an application for condonation of delay in preferring an appeal for waiver of demurrage can be entertained?

According to the document, what is the primary factor considered when categorizing circumstances that lead to accrual of demurrage/wharfage charges?

Which of the following represents a valid reason within the consignor's/consignee's control that could lead to demurrage charges?

In the context of waiving demurrage charges, what constitutes 'force majeure' conditions that might warrant special consideration?

According to the Railways Act, 1989, which statement accurately describes the relationship between the Central Government and the rates of demurrage and wharfage?

Considering the historical context provided, what is the current status of the Railway (Warehousing and Wharfage) Rules, 1958, in relation to the Railways Act, 1989?

How does the provision for waiving wharfage charges differ between trainload and individual consignment?

A railway customer frequently incurs wharfage charges due to delays in removing goods. According to the guidelines, what is the MOST appropriate initial action the railway administration should take?

A consignor seeks a waiver of demurrage charges, citing unforeseen circumstances that led to a delay in the removal of goods. In what situation would it be unacceptable to provide a waiver?

An officer, while authorized to waive demurrage charges up to a certain limit, exceeds 50% of this authorized limit in a single instance. What specific documentation is required in such cases?

What conditions are considered reasons beyond the control of the consignor/consignee?

What action should be taken regarding frequent demurrage/wharfage charges from a particular goods shed or siding or a consignor/consignee?

What is required to be submitted along with an appeal for waiver of demurrage charges?

Which statement accurately reflects the process for appeals against lower authority decisions?

In what scenario can the appellate authority change a prior decision regarding demurrage charges?

What verification is required prior to granting refunds for demurrage charges?

Which of the following describes the limitations placed on appeals regarding demurrage charges?

What documentation is required when more than 50% of authorized demurrage charge waiver limit is waived?

In cases of frequent demurrage/wharfage charges, what remedial steps are advised?

Which category allows for waiver consideration based on individual case merits?

What is the recommended practice for waiving demurrage for large sidings?

What criteria should not be applied when granting waivers for demurrage charges?

Which circumstances are considered 'reasons beyond the control' of consignors/consignees?

What should be done if the causes for frequent charges are attributed to specific goods sheds?

When can speaking orders be waived for large sidings?

What action is recommended for unusual occurrences that lead to demurrage?

What should be recorded if a waiver exceeds 50% of an officer's powers?

What is a requirement for the first application for waiver of demurrage or wharfage charges?

Which officer's approval is not adequate for waiving demurrage or wharfage charges over Rs. 25,000?

In the context of waiving charges, which of the following actions must the consignor take for Wharfage waiver?

What kind of cases should not be handled by an officer below which specific level?

What must be included when a consignor applies for a waiver based on uncontrollable circumstances?

In the context of demurrage and wharfage charges, which documentation is essential when an officer waives more than 50% of their authorized limit?

What is the stipulated action a consignor/consignee must take before submitting a waiver application concerning Wharfage?

Which of the following signifies a core objective in the preparation of demurrage/wharfage bills?

Who should handle the cases routed to the General Manager for waiver applications?

What is the timeline for the Station Manager/Chief Goods Supervisor to forward an application for waiver of demurrage or wharfage?

In case of large sidings, what is the time limit for preferring the first application for waiver of demurrage charges?

Under which condition can the delay beyond the specified period for waiving demurrage charges be condoned?

What conditions must be met before entertaining an application for condonation of delay in preferring an appeal for waiver of demurrage?

Which of the following circumstances is categorized as being within the control of the consignor or consignee?

Which authority's approval is not needed for the General Manager to condone the provisions for prepayment of Wharfage?

What should the concerned authority consider when evaluating applications for waiving frequent demurrage/wharfage charges?

What is required from the Divisional Railway Manager when addressing delays in applications for waiver beyond the 10-day limit?

What type of financial document may be collected for regular rail users instead of prepayment of Wharfage?

What condition must be fulfilled before the Station Manager can forward a waiver application?