I talked to the Dy Commissioner from whom I received the notice of short deduction. He was very cordial and explained me in details. He said he has no authority to cancel this order or waive off the demand. We have only 2 options now, (i) pay the amount now and claim later (by seller when he/she will file the Return next year) and/or (ii) go for appeal. It may take anything from 6 -12 months for them to give any decision on the appeal.
Anyone who did this? Or, something different?