Current Affairs is one such section that requires no practice, no calculations, however it requires consistent studying. Thus, this section is not that tough to crack. Many candidates consider current affairs a little difficult, but if it is well studied on a continuous basis this section is sorted. As far as current affairs is concerned the questions can be asked on any topic which has been in news for the past 6-7 months. Thus, it is important to make a note of all critical news and information. Aspirants who are preparing for SBI Clerk, SBI PO, SSC CGL etc. must keep preparing for this section. Candidates can practice by constantly taking current affairs quizzes on both our web and app platforms. In this article we are here to help the aspirants with this May 2021 Week 2 current affairs PDF.

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Mentioned below are the contents of the May week 2 current affairs PDF:

NATIONAL AFFAIRS

1. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras has developed a blockchain-based healthcare information system for mobile phone applications.
   • ‘BlockTrack’ is said to be a blockchain-based secure medical data and information exchange system for a mobile phone-based application.
   • The system has been developed with the support of Infosys.
2. The Drugs Controller General of India recently approved an oral drug to treat COVID-19 called the 2-DG.
   • The 2-DG was developed by the Defence Research Development Organisation (DRDO) for Emergency Use. 2-DG is 2-Deoxy – D – Glucose.
   • It was developed in collaboration with Dr Reddy’s Laboratories.
   • The drug ensures faster recovery of hospitalized patients and will reduce supplemental oxygen dependence during clinical trials.
3. Ayush Ministry has launched a massive nationwide campaign to distribute its poly herbal ayurvedic drugs AYUSH 64 and Kabasura Kudineer for COVID-19 patients, who are at their home.
   • AYUSH-64 is an Ayurvedic formulation developed by Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) and Kabasura Kudineer is a classical Siddha formulation.
4. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has rolled out mobile app titled as ‘CBSE Dost for Life’ for psycho social wellness of students and parents.
   • It has been designed for students of classes 9 to 12 and will be available from 10th May
   • It will also provide students information on academics, tips on mental health and well-being, corona and rap songs

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

1. First BRICS Employment Working Group (EWG) Meeting has been held virtually under the chairmanship of India, which has assumed BRICS Presidency in 2021
   • Main issues during the meeting: Promoting Social Security Agreements, Formalization of labour markets, Participation of women in labour force, etc
2. Remnants of China’s biggest rocket Long March 5B landed in Indian Ocean with the bulk of its components destroyed upon re-entry into Earth’s atmosphere
3. Former U.S. Senator, Bill Nelson (78 years) has been sworn in as the 14th administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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We hope that the above compilation will be helpful in your preparation.