A major snowstorm has paralyzed New York City, according to reports from ORF 2 on February 23, 2026. The broadcast, available until March 25, 2026, details widespread disruption across the city.
The storm’s impact comes as several organizations are planning conferences and events in New York in the coming months. Waset.org lists multiple open reading frame (ORF) conferences scheduled for November 2026 in the city, intended for researchers and academics. The New York State Government Finance Officers Association (NYGFOA) is also preparing to host its annual conference in 2026, anticipating over 550 finance professionals from state and local government and the private sector.
ORF America has been actively hosting events in Washington D.C. And across the United States, including a gala dinner on December 16, 2025, and discussions on artificial intelligence and heavy industry. More recently, on February 2, 2026, ORF America held a private roundtable to discuss the Union Budget and its prospects for the Indian economy. On February 12, 2026, ORF America is scheduled to host a discussion on Nuclear Fusion: Realities and Prospects.
The National Security Dialogue, organized by ORF, is focusing on counterterrorism challenges in Southeast and South Asia. The organization also hosted a series of events in late 2025, including discussions on AI, trade policy, and the post-COP30 agenda. A workshop on strengthening leadership in the clean energy transition was held on November 24, 2025, and Global Cyber Policy Dialogues took place from November 20-21, 2025.
The ORF America schedule indicates a continued focus on U.S.-India strategic cooperation, with a dedicated event on AI held on January 15, 2026. A book launch for “Energy for Billions: India’s Turnaround and the World’s Future” also took place on January 12, 2026.
