{
  "id": 174155,
  "title": "'We are in sorrow': Tributes paid to car showroom worker killed in Dubai gas cylinder blast",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/05/we-are-in-sorrow-tributes-paid-to-car-showroom-worker-killed-in-dubai",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-05T11:48:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/08/05/we-are-in-sorrow-tributes-paid-to-car-showroom-worker-killed-in-dubai-gas-cylinder-blast/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Tributes have been made to Shijin Paul, a 27-year-old Indian man who lost his life in a gas cylinder explosion at a Dubai car showroom. Mr Paul, originally from Kerala, had moved to Dubai in November to work as a multimedia specialist for Car Superstore. The incident took place on Monday evening at the Al Quoz Industrial Area dealership, leaving five others injured. His cousin, Bineesh Sunny, expressed deep sorrow and disbelief over his death, stating that the family is still struggling to come to terms with the loss. The Indian consulate is assisting with the repatriation of Mr Paul's body to India, and the injured are receiving medical care. Nisar Manredh, a former roommate of Mr Paul, described him as a kind and enthusiastic individual who was eagerly anticipating reuniting with his wife. The showroom owner has temporarily closed the location following the tragedy, expressing condolences to those affected. Tributes have been extended across social media platforms, with friends, colleagues, and the wider Dubai community offering support and prayers to Mr Paul's family during this difficult time.",
  "summary": "Tributes have been paid to an Indian man who was killed in a gas cylinder explosion at a Dubai car showroom where he worked. Shijin Paul, 27, from Kerala, died following the incident at the Car Superstore dealership in Al Quoz Industrial Area on Monday evening. Five others were injured in the explosion, and Dubai Police are investigating the cause. Mr Paul moved to Dubai in November to take up…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}