"I am going through LA consulate. They have never mentioned this website.". This is not really correct. I used the LA version of this portal to apply for the visa electronically.
I am going through LA consulate. They have never mentioned this website. I received notification that my O-A visa application had been approved and to send passport to LA consulate which I did. I have not heard anything more from them. The problem is I fly Friday night. I will need to rebook the flight and ASQ. The LA consulate requires the paid for flight and ASQ to process the visa.