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Difference in intimation is not a big deal, and I think you know that pretty well.
Now, reasons for the Carry forward loss as per income tax are Unabsorbed Depriciation, Previous Year Losses, Losses relating to Capital Gains, etc.
Now, on to your question.
YES, you can set off that loss with the income in AY 2016-17, but make sure you do it as per the provisions of Income Tax Act.